Pasta E Ceci (Pasta and Chickpeas)

Ingredientes

Ingredients (serves 2-3)

1 thsp olive oil

2 cups (300g) cherry tomatoes

2-3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup (160g) small shaped pasta like tubetti

1 tsp Italian seasoning

2-3 cups vegetable broth (start with less and add more as needed)

1 (15-oz) can cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Instrucciones

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. When hot, add the cherry tomatoes and cover with a lid. Cook for 10 minutes, or until they burst and soften.

2. Add the garlic and tomato paste and fry them for 2 minutes, or until the tomato paste has caramelized. Add the pasta and italian seasoning and toast everything for 1-2 minutes. Add the vegetables broth, cover with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat,

3. Season with salt and black pepper and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning.

4. When the orzo has absorbed all of the liquid and is al dente, remove from the heat and stir the chickpeas. Serve with your favorite cheese and a drizzle of olive oil!