INGREDIENTS
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1/2 pound dried white beans, such as Great Northern or cannellini
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Kosher salt
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1/4 cup good olive oil, plus extra for serving
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1/4 pound large diced pancetta or smoked bacon
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2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
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1 cup chopped carrots (3 carrots)
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1 cup chopped celery (3 stalks)
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3 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 (28-ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes in puree, chopped
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4 cups coarsely chopped or shredded savoy cabbage, optional
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4 cups coarsely chopped kale
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1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
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6 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
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4 cups sourdough bread cubes, crusts removed
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, for serving