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Step 1
Add the bacon to a large dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat and cook until browned but not crispy.
Step 2
Add the onion, carrots, leeks and celery then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Add the beef stock, kosher salt, pepper, and cheese rinds. Bring to a boil then reduce to a gently rolling simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, partially covered with a lid.
Step 4
Add the potatoes, macaroni, and tomatoes, then partially cover with the lid, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes more.
Step 5
Add the kidney beans and peas, and simmer until warmed through. Taste for seasoning and adjust to your taste.
Step 6
Just before serving, add the grated Parmesan cheese and serve sprinkled with more Parmesan if you’d like.