So after a few jam-packed weeks of fun, I’ve decided to ground myself this week instead of spending my evenings frolicking around DC. And of course, when I arrived home from my run yesterday, my sister invited me out with her friends for some Korean barbeque. I’ve never been for Korean barbeque! And because I wasn’t “allowed” to go, I wanted to so much more. But I stayed strong! And stayed home.
It was for the best anyway, as I needed some time for my next recipe from the Salad as a Meal Challenge, Home Cooked Chickpeas. I have big plans to make my very first batch of homemade hummus, which calls for these chickpeas as the primary ingredient.
These were super simple to make (and tasted delicious!) but do require a fair amount of time. The process began on Sunday afternoon with a good rinse and overnight soak and concluded with yesterday evening’s 90-minute simmer. Just me and my chickpeas hanging out while they cooked away. They sure did make our house smell amazing! So now I’m ultra-excited to put these to good use in a fresh batch of hummus tonight.
What’s your favorite thing to do on a night in??
See you tomorrow!
I always wish I took the time to home make beans/lentils more often….but the can is just so easy to grab! Yours look yummy
A night in? Bake! And watch movies
Yum—I love chickpeas!
I love the idea of not getting them out of a can.
When I have a night in, I like to curl up and read a book, or make a huge mess in the kitchen!
night in = cooking and movie!
i <3 your title
perfect for the easter season! hehe.
i've never made my own chickpeas! i always buy mine in a can. i'm a chick of convenience, that's for sure…but maybe someday!
xo.
Do you think they taste different than the canned version? I’m curious!
A good night in = takeout and spending time with my 2 favorite boys.
Most def! They’re cooked with onions, garlic, olive oil, parsley etc. so theres definitely a lot of good flavor in there.
You are a strong woman!!!! I’d probably have caved and gone to the Korean bbq! A night in? Read some magazines, while having a glass of wine.
Have a great day!!!
watch all the trashy tv i’ve missed during a busy week, read and eat (not cook) food.
I’m too impatient to wait around for beans! hahaha
On a night in I love to bake…and watch a good movie.