Pasta e ceci-Italian Chickpea Soup

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Pasta e Ceci (pasta and chickpeas) is an iconic Italian chickpea soup. This peasant soup goes all the way back to the Roman days. Pasta e Ceci translated to English means “pasta and chickpeas”. This flavorful soup comes together easily with what you have in your pantry.

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What you will need....

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SIDE TIP

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