1 lb. ground beef
1 c. onion, diced
1 c. celery, sliced
1 c. carrots, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, undrained
2 c. water
5 tsp. beef bouillon
1 tbsp. dried parsley flakes
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. sweet basil
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 c. shredded cabbage
1 c. frozen or fresh green beans
1/2 c. sm. elbow macaroni

Brown beef in large kettle. Drain. Add all ingredients except cabbage, green beans and macaroni. Bring to a boil. Lower heat and cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add cabbage, green beans and macaroni, bring to a boil and simmer until vegetables are tender. If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional water or broth. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese when serving. Mama Mia!!