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 Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas?

You need 1 ingredient. The key ingredients include: ["200 grams good-quality pasta (I am fond of fusilli lungi, but most shapes will do-penne, orecchiette that kind of thing)", "Olive oil", "1 garlic clove, minced", "1 (400g) tin chickpeas, drained", "1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary", "1 ""knife tip"" of cayenne pepper", "Grated Parmigiano, to serve"].

Is Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas?

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

Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpe

Name: Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ["200 grams good-quality pasta (I am fond of fusilli lungi, but most shapes will do-penne, orecchiette that kind of thing)", "Olive oil", "1 garlic clove, minced", "1 (400g) tin chickpeas, drained"…

Try this homemade Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas recipe the whole family will love. Made with pasta, Olive oil, garlic and chickp…

This Vicky Bennison'S 'Cupboard Is Bare' Pasta & Chickpeas is built around simple, easy-to-find ingredients. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings. 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

Servings: persons

["200 grams good-quality pasta (I am fond of fusilli lungi, but most shapes will do-penne, orecchiette that kind of thing)", "Olive oil", "1 garlic clove, minced", "1 (400g) tin chickpeas, drained", "1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary", "1 ""knife tip"" of cayenne pepper", "Grated Parmigiano, to serve"]

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