Minestrone with Italian Sausage Recipe

1 large onion, chopped

2 large carrots, chopped

2 celery ribs, chopped

1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped

1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

3 garlic cloves, minced

6 cups beef broth

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each ) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic

3 cups shredded cabbage

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shells

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

3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese