Bean and Pea Soup with Kale and Bacon

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Bean & Pea Blend
• 1 Pound Thick-Cut Bacon, chopped
• 1/2 White Onion, minced
• 1 Red Bell Pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced
• 1 Clove Garlic, minced
• 1 15-Ounce Can Diced Tomatoes
• 1/4 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
• 2 Hand-Selected Bay Leaves
• 1/4 Teaspoon Fine Ground Black Pepper
• 8 Cups Chicken Stock
• 1 Bunch Kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• Parmesan Cheese, grated
• Italian Bread, for serving