Italian-Style Bean Soup | Publix Super Markets

Ingredients

• 3 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 (10 oz) bag frozen seasoning blend (diced onions, celery, bell peppers, and parsley)
• 2 (15.8 oz) cans great northern beans
• 32 oz reduced-sodium chicken broth (or stock)
• 2 cups tomato basil pasta sauce
• 1 cup fresh crinkle-cut carrots
• 1 cup canned cut green beans
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup small or medium shell pasta
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 loaf Bakery Italian bread (optional)