Pasta and Chickpeas & The Traditional Recipe

Giallozafferano Italian Recipes

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Published: Jun 2, 2025
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Recipe Overview

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Difficulty: Intermediate
Serves: 4

Overview

This Pasta and Chickpeas recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. The sautéed celery, carrot, and onion form a flavorful base, while the addition of crispy bacon brings a savory note that complements the creamy sauce perfectly. The chickpeas not only add protein but also a hearty texture that makes this dish satisfying.

As the sauce simmers, the aroma fills the kitchen, making it hard to resist. The use of tomato puree and a hint of white wine elevates the dish, giving it a rich flavor profile. When the pasta is added, it absorbs the delicious sauce, creating a cohesive and comforting meal.

One of the standout techniques in this recipe is blending some of the chickpeas into the sauce, which adds creaminess without the need for heavy cream. This clever trick not only enhances the texture but also keeps the dish lighter and healthier. Topped with fresh rosemary and black pepper, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and satisfaction to the table.

Recipe Details

Steps & Tips

1
00:08

Add oil to the pan along with celery, carrot, and onion.

00:14

Tip: Keep mixing the sauté to prevent burning.

2
00:16

Cut off the rind from the bacon and add it to the sauté.

3
00:23

Cut the rest of the bacon into thin strips and add it to the pan.

4
00:29

Allow the bacon to get nice and brown.

5
00:30

Flavor the bacon with chopped rosemary.

6
00:34

Deglaze the pan with some white wine.

00:36

Tip: Deglaze with white wine to enhance flavor.

7
00:38

Add pre-cooked chickpeas to the pan.

00:40

Tip: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8
00:41

Add tomato puree to the chickpeas.

9
00:43

Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes.

00:43

Tip: Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes for better flavor.

10
00:46

Add the pasta to the sauce.

11
00:48

Add tomato concentrate to the sauce.

12
00:50

Thin out the sauce with a ladle full of pasta water.

00:50

Tip: Thin out the sauce with pasta water for the right consistency.

13
00:55

Remove the rind from the pan.

14
00:57

Blend some of the chickpeas and add them back into the pan.

01:02

Tip: Check the liquid level in the saucepan before serving.

15
01:04

Transfer the pasta to the saucepan.

16
01:07

Give the pasta a nice stir in the saucepan.

17
01:14

Check how much liquid is in the saucepan.

18
01:17

Plate the pasta and chickpeas.

19
01:20

Garnish with chopped rosemary.

01:22

Tip: Add black pepper for an extra kick of flavor.

Ingredients

Serves: 4
Tomato Puree200g
Pasta250g
Onion1
Carrot1
Celery1
Rosemary
White Wine100ml
Black Pepper
Allergen Alerts

Ingredient: Gluten

    → Substitution: Gluten-Free Pasta

Ingredient: Dairy

    → Substitution: Coconut Cream

Nutrition

Calories
480
kcal per serving
Protein
22
per serving
Carbs
40
per serving

Skill Level

Skill Level Intermediate
Beginner Intermediate Advanced

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Interesting Tidbits

  • Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.
  • Bacon adds a savory depth to the dish, balancing the creaminess of the sauce.
  • Using pasta water helps to thicken the sauce and enhance the flavor.
  • Blending some chickpeas into the sauce creates a creamy texture without dairy.