# Chickpeas - Soak 500g of chickpeas for 2 hours in water. - Drain water, rinse. - Soak in water overnight in fridge. - Drain water, rinse, toss in baking soda. - Let sit for 15m - Drain, rinse. - Put in a pot with double volume of water, and a cinnamon stick. - Bring to boil uncovered, then skim off scum. - Turn down to lowest heat, semi-cover pot, and cook for 45-90 minutes, until you can squish them between your fingers. - Don't cook for too long, or they'll get mushy - Drain water. - Use or freeze them.