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                             BAKED CHICKPEAS

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Casseroles                       Greek

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1       lb           Dried chickpeas (garbanzos)
                        -Soaked overnight in water
   2       tb           Dried oregano, divided
   1       c            Olive oil (approx)
   3       md           Onions, sliced
   1                    Fresh chili pepper,
                        -finely chopped
   4                    Garlic cloves, minced
                        Sea salt

  Drain chickpeas and place in a pot. Cover with cold water and bring
  to a boil. Skim surface, reduce heat and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon
  of oregano. Simmmer for 1 hour. Strain the chickpeas, reserving the
  liquid. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and saute onions and pepper
  until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add garlic,
  remaining oregano and chickpeas. Mix well, season with salt and
  transfer to an earthenware or glass oven-proof casserole with a
  cover. Add about 2 cups of reserved liquid, mix well, cover and bake
  for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until chickpeas are tender. Add a little
  more liquid during cooking, if needed.
 


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