Chickpea Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and crush garlic.
2. 2
   If using fresh tarragon, chop it finely.
3. 3
   Heat the oil and saute the garlic until it begins to brown.
4. 4
   Add the tarragon and tomatoes, roughly chopped, and lower the heat to simmer.
5. 5
   When ingredients come to a boil, cook for 25 minutes or so.
6. 6
   When the tomatoes are cooked, add the chickpeas and cook another 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in the stock cube and no more than 1 1/4 cups water.
8. 8
   Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.