Mighty Minestrone - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. dried beans (kidney, pinto or white)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 qt. beef or chicken stock
1 c. chopped onion
2 carrots, sliced
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 tsp. each: basil, oregano, marjoram and sage
1 medium potato, cubed
1 c. string beans, sliced
1 celery stalk, chopped
2 c. shredded cabbage
2 c. Italian tomatoes, chopped
4 oz. whole wheat macaroni or noodles
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Soak beans overnight in enough water to cover; drain.
Add stock, garlic and onion.
Simmer 1 1/2 hours.
Add carrots and zucchini; simmer 30 minutes longer.
Add tomatoes and macaroni; simmer 10 minutes more.
Serve in bowls or mugs.
Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon cheese.