Sort through the dried garbanzo beans and remove any stones, debris, or damaged beans
Rinse the beans 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
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer
Cook until tender, about 1 to 2 hours
Skim off any foam that forms during cooking
Add salt near the end of cooking if desired
Drain the cooked beans and use as needed