INGREDIENTS
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3 slices bacon, chopped
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1 small onion, diced
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3 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup grated parmesan, plus 1 small piece rind
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1 1/2 cups small pasta, such as ditalini (about 8 ounces)
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1 15-ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup frozen chopped kale, thawed and squeezed dry