Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine beef, water, tomatoes, bouillon, onion, parsley, salt, thyme, and pepper. Cover and cook on LOW 7 to 9 hours, or until meat is tender.

Add zucchini, cabbage, beans, and macaroni; cook on HIGH, covered, 30 to 45 minutes more, or until the vegetables are tender. Sprinkle individual servings with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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