• A Legume by Any Other Name…

    Chick Peas, Garbanzo beans, the mysterious, round, beige beans at the salad bar. Whatever you call them, those little legumes are having a resurgence. Chick peas are chockfull of nutrients, protein and fiber. They are a great addition to salads and pastas. They are the base of delicious creamy hummus. They are extremely versatile. I did not grow up eating chick peas. I think they are a love ’em or hate ’em kind of thing and my Mom hates them, so we never had them. But as my little family began to eat healthier, I started to experiment with these funny little beans. We love them in hummus, and you…