Sort through the dried garbanzo beans and remove debris or damaged beans
Rinse the beans thoroughly under cold water
Soak the beans in plenty of water for 8 to 12 hours or overnight
Drain and rinse the soaked beans
Place the beans in a pot and cover with fresh water by 2 to 3 inches
Bring to a boil over high heat
Reduce to a simmer and skim off any foam if needed
Cook until tender, usually 1 to 2 hours
Add salt near the end of cooking
Drain the beans when they reach the desired tenderness
Use immediately or cool and store in the refrigerator or freezer