Longevity Minestrone

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp. oil (olive or vegetable)
• 4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 c. onion, chopped
• 1 c. chopped celery
• 1 c. chopped carrots
• 1 c. chopped cabbage
• 1 c. chopped broccoli
• 1 c. chopped spinach (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 c. chopped red pepper
• 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 c. dry pasta (small elbows or shells)
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 tsp. dried basil or 1 Tbsp. fresh
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 Tbsp. wine vinegar or wine
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 1 can chickpeas, drained
• 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes
• 28 oz. water