Not-Canned Chickpeas

Name: Not-Canned Chickpeas
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 15
Ingredients: 1 900g bag dried chickpeas; 1/4 tsp baking soda

Prep Time2 hrs
Total Time2 hrs 25 mins
Makes15 cups

Ingredients

1 900g bag dried chickpeas
1/4 tsp baking soda

Instructions

Place chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with about 10 cups water. Let soak 2 hrs or overnight.
Drain chickpeas and place in a slow cooker or pot. Add 10 cups water and baking soda.
For stovetop cooking, bring water and chickpeas to a boil. Then turn heat to low and simmer gently for 25 to 40 min, or until tender. For the slow cooker, cook on low for 4 to 6 hrs. Drain.

Nutrition (per serving)

Protein 12g, Carbohydrates 36g, Fat 3g, Fibre 6g, Sodium 227mg.

This article was originally published on Jan 21, 2014