Minestrone

2 cloves garlic , chopped

1 medium onion , chopped

1/2 medium head of cabbage , chopped (3 cups)

2 small zucchini , chopped (2 cups)

2 medium carrots , sliced (1 cup)

2 stalks celery , chopped (1 cup)

1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes , undrained

1 can garbanzo beans , rinsed and drained

1 can kidney bean , rinsed and drained

1 (10 ounce) package spinach , thawed and squeezed to drain

4 cups chicken broth

46 ounces tomato juice

1 cup dry white wine

1 tablespoon dried basil leaves

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 cups pasta , uncooked (small shells, chili mac) to taste parmesan cheese , grated, if desired