Lemony Chickpea Puree

1. 1

   Drain and rinse chickpeas and put them into a saucepan.

2. 2

   Cover with cold water by 2 inches.

3. 3

   Add salt and pepper, to taste, smashed garlic cloves and the bay leaves and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Reduce heat and simmer beans until tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

5. 5

   Drain, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking liquid.

6. 6

   Remove the bay leaves and discard.

7. 7

   Put cooked chickpeas into a food processor or blender.

8. 8

   Add the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, whole garlic, and salt and pepper, to taste.

9. 9

   Process until smooth; add some of the reserved cooking liquid to thin if, needed.

10. 10

    Serve as a base to grilled marinated lamb or put into a serving dish and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and the parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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