WHAT'S FOR DINNER/A WEEK OF ITALIAN MEALS

cannellini beans

🥗Healthier: navy beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Navy beans are lower in calories, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated Pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy, while Pecorino is often more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium low heat and add diced bacon; cook until crispy.

Add chopped onion and season with salt and pepper; cook until tender.

Stir in oregano and red pepper flakes, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant for about 30 seconds.

Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the pan.

Stir in drained cannellini beans and orzo pasta.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until pasta is cooked through.

Serve hot, garnished with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and optional parsley.

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