Whole Wheat Spaghetti W/ Golden Garlic and Herbs

Chef #1271827's Note:

Adaptation from a recipe found in the May/June 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times. This is a great way to use a variety of fresh herbs and provides a complete protein. I set aside some of the plain spaghetti and chickpeas for my kids. They love them with a little butter and a sprinkle of cheese.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 6

Yield: 6.0

• ½ lb whole wheat spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves , peeled and chopped
• 1 ½ lbs of ripe tomatoes , coarsely chopped
• ¾ cup cooked chickpeas
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs , chopped
• 2 tablespoons kalamata olives , chopped

Directions:

1. Cook spaghetti.
2. Saute garlic just until lightly browned. Stir in herbs, chickpeas, tomatoes, and olives, simmer 3 - 5 minutes.
3. Drain spaghetti, reserve some of the cooking water to thin the sauce if needed.
4. Return spaghetti to the pot and add tomato/herb mixture. Season with salt and pepper.