Practically Instant Minestrone

Ingredients

• 1 large can refried beans
• 2 qt. water
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped finely
• 2 or more garlic cloves, minced
• 4 big stalks celery, cut in small pieces
• 1/2 c. parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. marjoram
• 1 large can solid pack tomatoes, broken up
• 2 c. chopped cabbage
• 1 c. macaroni or other pasta, broken in pieces
• grated cheese
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 1 can beans (such as pinto)
• salt and pepper