Vegan Chickpea, Garlic, and Thyme Soup

INGREDIENTS

6 tbsp

olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling

8 cloves

garlic, thinly sliced

1 tbsp

fresh thyme leaves, minced

1/2 tsp

red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish

3 15 ounce cans

chickpeas, rinsed and drained

4 cups

good vegetable broth, preferably homemade

Kosher salt,

Sherry vinegar,