recipe to make a similar dish

Ingredients:

• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
• Bacon or pancetta: 100 grams, diced
• Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
• Carrots: 2, peeled and diced
• Celery stalks: 2, diced
• Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
• Chicken or vegetable broth: 6 cups
• Cannellini beans: 2 cans (15 oz each), rinsed and drained
• Tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz), diced
• Salt and pepper: To taste
• Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon
• Fresh spinach or kale: 2 cups, roughly chopped
• Parmesan cheese (optional): For serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the bacon or pancetta: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bacon or pancetta and cook until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel to drain.
2. Sauté the vegetables: In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add liquids and beans: Pour in the broth, and add the rinsed cannellini beans along with the diced tomatoes. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
4. Simmer the soup: Let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Add greens: Stir in the chopped spinach or kale and continue to simmer until the greens are wilted and tender, about 5 minutes.
6. Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, topped with the crispy bacon or pancetta and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

This recipe will create a flavorful and nutritious soup that’s perfect for a cozy meal. Would you like to know how to prepare anything else or need modifications to this recipe?