Stan - apparently you are in an area that is the first to be seeing the fresh garbanzo bean...I have some recipes for chick peas/garbanzo beans, but never even heard of fresh...here is an article that talks about the new company packaging them
The Bean SceneHave you tried them yet? Sounds like they have a bit of a different flavor...
Here's a recipe for a soup if you are interested in giving it a shot (gotta love garlic!!)
GARBANZO & PASTA SOUP
3 TBL Olive Oil
8 - 10 cloves minced garlic
1 TBL Lemon Juice
2 TBL chopped fresh rosemary
1 bunch of spinach (about a lb)
2 1/2 - 3 cups chicken broth (add the last 1/2 cup if it seems necessary at the end)
1 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
1 1/2 cup cooked pasta (I usually use Orzo or Ditalini - but use any pasta you wish)
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large pot over medium heat, combine oil and garlic and saute for 3 minutes. Stir in the rosemary and saute for 2 more minutes. Add spinach and sautee until wilted. Add the broth and chickpeas and simmer for an additional 10 - 15 minutes. Add the macaroni and allow to heat through completely, about 5 more minutes. Add Lemon Juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve w/crusty bread...