Ingredients

  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 can Great Northern beans
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery with leaves, finely chopped
  • 8 c. beef broth
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 c. shredded cabbage
  • 1 can Italian plum tomatoes
  • 1/2 c. green peas
  • 1/2 c. small macaroni
  • 3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Heat the oil and saute the onion, garlic, carrot and celery for five minutes.
  • Transfer these ingredients to a large pot.
  • Add the beef broth, oregano and cabbage.
  • Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • Add the juice from the tomatoes.
  • Cut tomatoes into small pieces and add to the soup.
  • Add beans, peas and macaroni.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes until macaroni and all the vegetables are cooked. Serve with Parmesan cheese and bread or crackers of your choice.