Chickpeas and Dumplings – Fustini's Oils & Vinegars

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Fustini's Herbs de Provence olive oil
• 1 small sweet onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
• 1 15-ounce can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• 1 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1 large egg lightly beaten
• ½ cup buttermilk