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4 sprigs fresh thyme 1 large sprig fresh rosemary 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons minced garlic 5 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 (14.5-ounce) cans beans 3/4 cup elbow macaroni Freshly ground black pepper Pinch red pepper flakes, optional 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Directions Wrap the thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf in a piece of cheesecloth and secure closed with kitchen twine. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, pancetta, and garlic and saute until the onion is tender, about 3 minutes. Add the broth, beans, and sachet of herbs. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then decrease the heat to medium and simmer until the vegetables are very tender, about 10 minutes. Discard the sachet. Puree 1 cup of the bean mixture in a blender until smooth*. Before putting the puree back into the soup, add the macaroni and boil with the

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