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Ceci alla Siciliana
Recipe courtesy Michael Chiarello
Show:  Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello
Episode:  Marrakech Nights
6 cans (14 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 1/2 cups celery, including some of the chopped leaves
1 cup red onion, minced
6 tablespoons minced fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon minced Calabrian chiles, or more to taste (can substitute with red chili flakes)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 loaves ciabatta or Italian bread
Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

In a large bowl, stir the chickpeas, celery, onion, parsley, chiles, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. Season, to taste, with salt. Serve immediately or let stand for 1 or 2 hours and re-season just before serving.
Slice the bread into 1/2-inch thick slices. Toast on a preheated grill or in an oven for 4 to 5 minutes. Brush 1side with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon some of the chickpea mixture over the bread slices and serve immediately.

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Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 8 to 10 servings

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