INGREDIENTS
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Salt
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1 pound penne rigate or whole-wheat penne
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1/4 pound pancetta, 3 to 4 slices thick cut like bacon
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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2 ribs celery from the heart with leafy tops, chopped
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1 carrot, peeled and grated
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1 onion, peeled and chopped
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2 to 3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
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3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
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1 fresh bay leaf
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 (15-ounce) can small white beans "Roman" beans, such as Goya brand or, cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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Nutmeg, to taste
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1 1/2 cups grated Romano