"This simple bean soup is loaded with creamy white beans, hearty vegetables and salty, smoky bacon - only 5 basic pantry ingredients required!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 lb bacon, diced
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1 large Spanish onion, finely diced (about 2 cups)
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2 medium carrots, finely diced (about 2 cups)
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5 ribs celery, finely diced (about 2 cups)
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salt and pepper
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2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
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1 lb great northern beans or cannellini beans, soaked overnight* and drained
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2 quarts water (8 cups)
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1 Parmesan cheese rind (optional)