- Remove spice packet.
- Wash and drain lentils.
- Place lentils in a pot and add 8 cups low sodium chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of spice mix.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Cover and simmer on low heat until lentils are almost tender, about 25 to 30 minutes (the yellow beans may take longer. Do not add the tomatoes until the yellow beans are almost tender).
- Add 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes to pot and simmer until juices evaporate a little, about 8 minutes.
- Add 2/3 cup dried elbow pasta and simmer until tender, but still firm to the bite.
- Simmer until time to serve.
- Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.









