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Nutritional Values
450kcal
18gProtein
65gCarbs
15gFat
12gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Roman-Style Chickpea Soup
How to order / say it
Say it
Pasta e Ceci — [PAH-stah eh CHEH-chee]
Order
I'd like the Pasta e Ceci, please.
Locally
Vorrei la pasta e ceci, per favore.
Say locally
A comforting chickpea and pasta stew in a savory broth.
Why try it?
Pasta e Ceci is emblematic of Roman comfort food, illustrating the simple yet hearty preparations of legumes and pasta that cater to the soul. It's a connection to the Roman culinary tradition of nourishing family meals.
How it tastes
The soup is creamy from chickpeas and pasta, with a mild and earthy taste. The fragrant combination of rosemary and garlic adds warmth, while olive oil imparts richness, creating a comforting and hearty bowl.
Origin & History — first documented: 100
Dating back to ancient Roman times, Pasta e Ceci has been a staple for its affordability and nutritional value. Originally prepared during fasting times, it has endured as a cultural symbol of sustenance and simplicity.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 200 g dried chickpeas
- 🌾 100 g small pasta
- 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🌿 1 sprig rosemary
- 🥕 1 tbsp tomato paste
Method
- 1 Soak chickpeas overnight, then drain.
- 2 Sauté garlic and rosemary in olive oil, add chickpeas and tomato paste.
- 3 Add water or broth, simmer until chickpeas are tender.
- 4 Add pasta, cooking until al dente, and serve warm.
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