Vegetable Soup With Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. dried beans
1 medium-size onion, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. butter
2 medium-sized carrots
salt and pepper
4 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
2 oz. pancetta or rindless bacon, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, diced
2 zucchini, diced
8 c. meat broth
1 c. green beans, cut into short lengths
1/2 c. Arborio (short grain) rice
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
6 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Soak beans overnight in cold water to cover; drain.
Combine bacon, onion and butter in a large saucepan and cook over medium heat until golden, stirring frequently.