Chick Pea Loaf

3 c Chick peas

2 tb Vegetable oil

2 ea Garlic cloves, minced

1 lg Onion, chopped

2 ea Celery stalks, chopped

2 ea Carrots, finely chopped

1/4 c Tamari

1 ts Cumin powder

1 ea Salt to taste

1/4 ts Turmeric

3 tb Tahini

Place soaked chick peas in a pot & cook for 50 minutes to 1 hour, till soft. Drain, save the stock & mash well. Heat ol in large skillet & saute garlic & onions for 5 minutes. Add celery, carrot, tamari, 2 tsp parsley, cumin, salt & turmeric. Saute till vegetables are tender. Add to the mashed chick peas & mix well. Add the tahini & mix well. Place in a large baking pan or two small loaf pans & bake at 375F for 45 minutes. Serve with a salad &/or vegetables on the side. "The Cookbook For People Who Love Animals"