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    Rosemary Chickpea Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach

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    A delightful pasta dish featuring caramelized chickpeas, fresh rosemary, and a creamy spinach sauce.

    Ingredients for Rosemary Chickpea Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach

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    Kosher Salt

    to taste

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    Olive Oil

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    Chickpeas, rinsed and drained

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    Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped

    teaspoons

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    Aleppo Pepper

    teaspoons

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    Black Pepper

    to taste

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    Shallots, finely chopped

    each

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    Garlic, finely chopped

    cloves

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    Heavy Cream

    cups

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    Baby Spinach

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    Spaghetti

    0 oz

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    Parmesan

    cups

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    Lemon

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    How to Make Rosemary Chickpea Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach

    1. Boil Water

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. This will be used to cook the pasta later.

    2. Cook Chickpeas

    While the water is heating, pour olive oil into a wide, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the drained chickpeas, chopped rosemary, Aleppo pepper, a generous pinch of salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas start to caramelize and pop at the edges, about 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer half of the chickpeas to a bowl for garnish later.

    3. Sauté Shallots and Garlic

    Reduce the heat to medium and add the finely chopped shallots and garlic to the skillet with the remaining chickpeas. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the shallots are softened and the garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.

    4. Add Heavy Cream

    Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 3 minutes, allowing the cream to thicken slightly.

    5. Add Spinach

    Turn off the heat and add the baby spinach to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, then stir to combine. The residual heat will wilt the spinach perfectly.

    6. Cook Pasta

    Add the spaghetti to the pot of boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, about 5 minutes. Once the pasta is al dente, use tongs to transfer it directly from the pot to the skillet with the spinach and cream sauce.

    7. Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and the finely grated Parmesan to the skillet. Turn the heat back up to medium-high and cook for about 2 minutes, tossing everything together until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles.

    8. Serve

    Serve the pasta immediately, topping each bowl with the reserved chickpeas, a sprinkle of fresh rosemary, black pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

    Variations

    Mediterranean Flair

    Use oregano instead of rosemary, and include Kalamata olives and crumbled feta.

    Italian Twist

    Replace rosemary with fresh basil and add sun-dried tomatoes to the mix.

    Tofu and Mushroom Spaghetti with Kale Cashew Cream

    For a vegan option, use tofu, add sautéed mushrooms, replace spinach with kale, and make a cashew cream sauce.

    Protein Power

    For a non-vegetarian twist, you could add crispy pancetta, chorizo, or sautéed shrimp, which pair nicely with rosemary and provide a new dimension of flavor.

    Mushroom Medley

    Add sautéed mushrooms to the spinach for an earthy flavor.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Quality ingredients

    Use the freshest spinach and rosemary you can find. Fresh herbs and greens make a significant impact on flavor.

    Pasta water magic

    The starchy pasta water is a key ingredient to emulsify and thicken the sauce. It helps the sauce cling to the pasta and adds a silky finish.

    Acid balance

    A squeeze of lemon juice or a bit of zest can brighten up the creamy sauce and balance the richness.

    Toasting pine nuts

    If you're adding pine nuts, toast them in a dry skillet until golden brown to enhance their flavor. Keep them moving in the pan to prevent burning.

    Cheese selection

    If using Parmesan, opt for Parmigiano-Reggiano for its superior flavor. Grate it yourself for the best texture and taste.


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