How to Cook Garbanzo Beans

Instructions:

1. Place 1 lb dried garbanzo beans in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let sit for 1 hour.
2. Drain and rinse the beans thoroughly in a fine-mesh colander.
3. Place the soaked beans in a clean pot with 8 cups (1.9L) fresh water, 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, and 2 smashed garlic cloves.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to a low simmer.
5. Cover the pot partially and cook for 60 to 90 minutes, tasting starting at the 60-minute mark until beans are tender but still offer a slight resistance.
6. Stir in 1 tbsp sea salt and remove the pot from the heat.
7. Let the beans sit in the hot cooking liquid for 10 minutes to allow the salt to absorb into the core.
8. Drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid (aquafaba) for other uses.