Garlic Mint Soup

This is a country recipe, so it has country proportions. (The country in question is Spain.)

Crush

2 or 3 medium-large cloves of garlic

Mix with

a pinch of kosher salt

until forming a paste.

Add

a fistful of mint leaves, shredded

a couple sprigs of fresh parsley, chopped

¼ cup olive oil

and mix until oil is absorbed.

Add

1 quart chicken stock

Boil, simmer, and add

15 oz. chickpeas

Serve hot with high-quality croutons.