Roasted Chickpeas

Prep Time: 10 min  Cook Time: 40 min  Total Time: 50 min

Ingredients: Serves 10 (2 Tbsp. each)

• 1 (15 oz) can organic garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 1-2 Tbsp. Olive Oil (Extra Virgin, First Cold Pressed)
• 1/4 tsp of fresh ground sea salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking pan with foil, set aside.
2. Spread the garbanzo beans on a clean kitchen towel and gently pat them very dry; discard any loose skins. Transfer to prepared pan.  Roast for 20 minutes, shaking pan occasionally.
3. Drizzle olive oil over partially roasted beans, sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Shake to coat evenly.
4. Roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, shaking pan occasionally.  Remove from oven and cool.
5. Transfer roasted garbanzo beans to a serving bowl.  Store leftovers in a loosely covered container at room temperature up to 3 days.

NOTES:  Savory additions-sprinkle with garlic or chili powder.  Add some spice with a smidge of cayenne pepper. Pair with your favorite beverage and enjoy!