Pasta e Fagioli

Name: Pasta e Fagioli
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed, divided; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 2 onions, chopped fine; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped fine; 1 celery rib, chopped fine; 2 ounces pancetta, chopped fine; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 4 cups chicken broth; 4 ounces (1 cup) ditalini; 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (1 cup), plus extra for serving; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil