1 lb. hamburger
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 med. crushed garlic clove
1/2 tsp. oregano
2 c. chopped cabbage (opt.)
1 can bean & bacon soup
2 c. water
1 can minestrone soup
1 can drained kidney beans
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
Parmesan cheese

Brown hamburger in 2 tablespoons shortening, half way through browning, add onion, garlic and oregano. Add cabbage and cook until tender. Add bean and bacon soup and water gradually. Then add minestrone soup, kidney beans, salt and pepper. Heat until hot. Serve in bowls topped with lots of Parmesan cheese. Great with a green salad and crusty bread.