Minestrone With Italian Sausage

1 large onion , chopped

2 large carrots , chopped

2 celery ribs , chopped

1 medium leek (white portion only)

3 garlic cloves , minced

1 medium zucchini , cut into 1/4 lb fresh green beans , trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces

6 cups beef broth

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic

3 cups shredded cabbage

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans or 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas , rinsed and drained

1/2 cup uncooked small shell pasta

3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese