Tuscan Mashed Chickpeas

Directions

1. 1
   Pour the chickpeas into a colander and rinse them under cold running water.
2. 2
   Drain well.
3. 3
   Place the chickpeas in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade.
4. 4
   Add the chicken stock and pulse until the chickpeas are coarsely pureed.
5. 5
   In a medium (10-inch) saute pan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
6. 6
   Add the tomato and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, until the tomato is softened.
7. 7
   Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
8. 8
   Add the chickpeas, stirring to combine with the tomatoes and garlic.
9. 9
   Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
10. 10
    Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan, parsley, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and taste for seasonings.
11. 11
    Pile in a serving bowl, drizzle with extra olive oil, and serve with shards of grilled country bread.