"This classic Pasta e Fagioli is packed with tasty ingredients. It’s delicious, comforting and so satisfying...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 slices bacon (substitute 4 oz. pancetta), diced
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1 tbsp. olive oil, or as needed
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1 cup yellow onions, chopped
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1 cup celery, chopped
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1 cup carrots, chopped
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ground Himalayan pink salt to taste
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freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, or to taste
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5 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2 tbsp. tomato paste
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1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes (substitute crushed tomatoes)
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 large bay leaf
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1 cup ditalini pasta (substitute acini di pepe, stelline or farfalline)
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1 can (15.5 oz.) pinto beans (substitute cannellini beans, navy beans, or Great Northern beans), drained and rinsed
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1 can (15.5 oz.) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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2 cups baby spinach leaves (substitute arugula), packed
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1/2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
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2 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving