Two-Bean Minestrone with Pancetta and Parmesan

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup dried chickpeas (about 4 ounces), soaked overnight and drained
  2. 1 quart water
  3. 1/2 cup dried borlotti or pinto beans (about 3 ounces), soaked overnight and drained
  4. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  5. 5 ounces pancetta, finely chopped
  6. 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
  7. 1 medium leek, white and tender green parts, coarsely chopped
  8. 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  9. 2 large celery ribs, finely chopped
  10. 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
  11. 8 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
  12. 4 thyme sprigs
  13. 2 bay leaves
  14. 2 large sage sprigs
  15. One 3-ounce piece of Parmesan rind
  16. 1/2 pound Savoy cabbage, coarsely chopped (4 cups)
  17. 1/2 pound kale, large stems discarded, leaves finely chopped (5 cups)
  18. 1 1/2 cups canned peeled Italian tomatoes, coarsely chopped, juices reserved
  19. 1/2 pound green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
  20. Salt and freshly ground pepper
  21. Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

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