Minestrone

Minestrone 

2 T. oil 

1/4 lb. Ham or Salami chopped

1 large onion 

Fry until onion is soft but not brown put into a large kettle then add

1 med carrot chopped

1 stalk of celery chopped 

1 cup tomato juice 

1 can undrained kidney beans

2 qt. beef broth or bouillon cubes. 

Simmer covered for 30 minutes then add 

1 large potato chopped

1 T. dried basil 

1 small clove garlic or 1/4 garlic powder 

2 tsp salt or as needed 

cook uncovered 15 minutes add 

1/4 small head cabbage chopped 

1-2 c. canned green beans (cut)

1/2  c. macaroni noodles 

simmer until soup is thickened and cooked sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired