posted by Pat T 11-05-98 6:06 AM 
Italian Vegetable Soup
1 lb. ground beef 
1 (15 oz.) can red kidney beans, undrained 
1 cup diced onion 
1 cup sliced celery 
1 Tblsp. dried parsley flakes 
1 cup sliced carrots 
1 tsp. salt 
2 cloves garlic, minced 
1/2 tsp. oregano 
1 can (16 oz.) tomatoes 
1/4 tsp. sweet basil 
1 can (16 oz.) tomato sauce 
1/4 tsp. black pepper 
2 cups water 
2 cups shredded cabbage 
5 tsp. beef bouillon granules 
1/2 cup small elbow macaroni 
 
Brown beef in a large heavy skillet; drain.  
Add all ingredients except cabbage and macaroni. 
Bring to a boil.  Lower heat; cover and simmer 45 minutes. 
Add cabbage and macaroni; bring to a boil and simmer until
vegetables are tender. 
If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional water or broth. 
Yield: 12 servings.