Fall is my favorite season. When the air turns brisk and trees begin to show hints of crimson and orange, the time is right for cozy, comforting meals. And while I'm a big fan of beefy stews, I often ...

Make a fresh and nutritious spinach salad topped with spiced chickpeas in just 20 minutes. This easy recipe combines leafy greens, protein-packed chickpeas, and a flavorful dressing for a quick, ...

We love dipping crackers and veggies into hummus as much as the next person, but chickpeas deserve more than to be thrown into a blender and reduced to a dip or a spread. Enter: Our latest obsession, ...

Make a hearty and nutritious spicy chickpea stew with kale in this easy and wholesome recipe. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold flavors, it’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Enjoy a ...

Yesterday we told you about asafetida, a pungent spice that adds a flavor reminiscent of garlic to a dish. Used in minute quantities, asafetida complements fish, vegetables and legumes. In Indian ...

CONCORD, N.H. - Most recipes for falafel, those spicy patties made from puréed chickpeas, usually call for starting with dry beans soaked overnight in cold water. That may make great falafel, but who ...

After sunset during Ramadan, which this year begins the evening of Feb. 28, the daily fast customarily ends by eating dates. Then the Iftar meal begins with some kind of soup, satisfying hunger and ...

Emily Crusan, a registered dietitian at Allegheny Health Network, is a fan of the chickpea. Also known as garbanzo beans, like all legumes, they have many health benefits. Legumes are nutritionally ...

Double dose of chickpeas: lemony hummus pasta with arugula made with chickpea pasta. (Sono Motoyama/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS) PITTSBURGH — Emily Crusan, a registered dietitian at Allegheny Health ...