Instructions: In a 5 quart pot, saut a the garlic in the olive oil for 10 minutes.

Add the onions, celery, zucchini, carrot, and mushrooms simmer covered for 30 minutes.

Add the macaroni, chickpeas, Italian green beans, cabbage, and basil simmer covered for another 30 minutes.

To serve sprinkle bowl with Parmesan cheese and ladle soup over. Top with toasted croutons.

Bill

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