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Medium 45 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Pasta e Ceci
Chickpeas and short pasta simmer with tomato paste, garlic, chile, and pecorino into a thick Italian comfort bowl.
Medium⏱️ 55 min📖 1 min readServes 4~540 kcal🇮🇹 Italian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 35 min cook 5 min rest
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 55 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Boiled chickpeas
- 225 gr Short pasta
- 4 su bardağı(~800 ml) Chickpea cooking liquid or vegetable stock
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Tomato paste
- 4 diş Garlic
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Red pepper flakes
- 1 dal Rosemary
- 55 gr Pecorino cheese
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Bloom the garlic, rosemary, and red pepper flakes in olive oil for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 2
Add the tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 3
Add half of the chickpeas to the pot and mash lightly with a spoon.
- 4
Add the chickpea cooking liquid or vegetable stock and boil for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Add the short pasta and remaining chickpeas to the pot.
- 6
Cook the pasta for 12 minutes, stirring often, until starchy and thick.
12 min12:00 - 7
Add the pecorino and black pepper, then remove from the heat.
- 8
Rest for 5 minutes and serve with olive oil.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Mashing some of the chickpeas gives the dish body without adding cream.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Drizzle with olive oil, add pecorino, and serve with toasted bread.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~540
kcal calories
21
g protein
78
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 16%Carbs 59%Fat 25%
GI 32 · Low GIGL 25 · High GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Pasta e Ceci make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Pasta e Ceci take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 55 minutes in total.Is Pasta e Ceci difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Pasta e Ceci have?
Approximately 540 kcal per serving. Protein: 21g, carbs: 78g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Pasta e Ceci contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Pasta e Ceci belong to?
This recipe belongs to Italian cuisine.How many ingredients does Pasta e Ceci need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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