Instructions: Simmer all about 1/2 hour or till veggies are done. remove bay leaves and add,

Fried crisped bacon,
1 can baby lima beans including juice

10 minutes before serving add: 3 handfuls ditalini noodles or elbow macaroni. Top with fresh parmesan cheese at the dinner table. This recipe served 8 of us.

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