Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 14 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 28 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 3/4 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Method

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat and cook the mushrooms, garlic and onion, stirring occasionally, until no liquid remains and the mushrooms are browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the chickpeas, tomatoes, salt, pepper and oregano and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add the sauce and chopped parsley and toss to coat.
  • Serve sprinkled with the Parmesan cheese and garnish with additional parsley.