How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra to finish, 1/2 large onion, diced, A few pinches of hot red pepper flakes, 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 15-ounce can, preferably organic, liquid reserved, and more.

Is Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of P

Name: Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra to finish; 1/2 large onion, diced; A few pinches of hot red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 15-ounce can, preferably organic, liquid reserved; 1 big bunch of flat-leaf parsley, the leaves stripped from the stems; 3 plump garlic cloves; Small handful of sage leaves; Sea salt and freshly ground pepper; 3/4 pound whole wheat pasta shells; Freshly grated Parmesan

Try this homemade Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic recipe the whole family will love. Made with olive oil, onion, pi…

This Cook The Book: Pasta And Chickpeas With Plenty Of Parsley And Garlic relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as large onion, diced, plump garlic cloves, small handful of sage leaves and whole wheat pasta shells. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 597 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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