Vermicelli Nests With Chickpeas, Spinach, And Tomato

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Vermicelli Nests With Chickpeas, Spinach, And Tomato

 

Recipe By : The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen, Donna Klein, page 121

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Main Dishes, Vegetarian Pasta, Couscous, Etc.

Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 large garlic clove -- finely chopped

1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas

OR 1 15-ounce can chickpeas -- rinsed and drained

1 cup dry white wine

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves -- up to 3

OR 1 teaspoon dried

1 pound fresh plum tomatoes -- seeded and chopped

8 ounces fresh spinach -- stemmed

cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips

1 pinch sugar

Salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

12 ounces vermicelli or capellini or spaghettini

 

MAKES 4 TO 6 MAIN-COURSE OR 6 PASTA-COURSE SERVINGS

 

This version of the whimsical French palourdes en nids, or " clams in

nests, " is equally delicious prepared with Swiss chard or dandelion

greens. The barely cooked sauce can be spooned over other pasta, rice,

couscous, polenta, or steamed vegetables.

 

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic

and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the chickpeas and toss to coat with

the garlic and oil. Add the wine and thyme. Bring to a boil over high

heat. Add the tomatoes, spinach, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss well to

thoroughly combine and remove the skillet from the heat. Set aside until

the tomatoes are just warm to the touch, about 5 minutes.

 

Meanwhile, in a large stockpot, cook the pasta in boiling salted water

according to package directions until al dente; drain well. Arrange equal

amounts of the pasta in small circular piles resembling birds' nests in the

bottoms of pasta or soup bowls. Divide the chickpea and tomato mixture

evenly among the bowls. Pour the remaining liquids in the skillet evenly

over all and serve at once.

 

PER MAIN-COURSE SERVING: Calories 540 - Protein 16g - Total Fat 9g

Saturated Fat 1g - Cholesterol 0mg - Carbohydrate 91g - Dietary Fiber 5g -

Sodium 62mg

 

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