{"product_id":"ceci-chickpeas-produced-by-la-valletta-in-umbria-italy","title":"Ceci - Chickpeas Produced by: La Valletta  in Umbria, Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeci Chickpeas from La Valletta in Umbria, Italy are small, firm, richly savory dried chickpeas, imported by Nicola's Marketplace.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown on the high Colfiorito plateau at 800 to 1000 meters, they are vine-dried and harvested between June and July. Their petite size and firm bite set them apart from common garbanzo beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried chickpeas (ceci)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Valletta, via Nicola's Marketplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colfiorito plateau, Umbria, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800 to 1000 meters elevation, vine-dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petite, firm, savory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soups, salads, stews, side dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrothy Umbrian chickpea soups with pancetta and sage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHearty salads and grain bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStews and braises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple side dish finished with olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for fans of Italian home cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the dried beans for 12 hours or overnight, then simmer in water with aromatics until firm yet creamy, about two hours. Cook a large pot to keep on hand for soups, salads, and sides. La Valletta suggests a brothy soup with pancetta, sage, and tomato paste spooned over bread, topped with pecorino and olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, savory, and satisfying with a nutty depth and a firm, creamy texture that holds its shape in soups and stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nicola's Marketplace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicola's Marketplace sources authentic Italian pantry staples from regional producers like La Valletta in Umbria, bringing traditional ingredients to home kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicola's Marketplace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50283204182294,"sku":"sku-45484324454558","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/la-valletta-chickpeas-86cf5e46.webp?v=1763416102","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/ceci-chickpeas-produced-by-la-valletta-in-umbria-italy","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}