Chickpea noodle soup

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Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the celery and carrots, and cook, stirring often, for 5 more minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, then add the chickpeas, bay leaves and Italian herbs, and stir until you can smell the herbs.
  4. Add the stock, water and lemon peel, then bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the farfalle and return to a simmer.
  6. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
  7. Take the pot off the heat.
  8. Ladle about 120 ml of broth into a bowl and whisk it with the miso and nutritional yeast until smooth.
  9. Stir the miso mixture back into the pot.
  10. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  11. Ladle into bowls, top with parsley and chilli flakes, and serve with lemon wedges.