Hearty Minestrone * 2 T. olive oil * 1/2 Small Head green cabbage, Thinly Sliced * 2 Medium carrots, Coarsely Chopped * 1 Medium Onion, Chopped * 1 clove garlic, Minced * 2 Cans Whole tomatoes, Crushed (16 Oz. Each) * 5 Cups water * 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh basil or 1 T. Dried basil, Crushed * 2 T. Slat * 1/2 T. oregano, Crushed * 1/4 T. pepper * 3/4 Cup ditalini Pasta or Other Small Tube Shaped Pasta * 2 T. Grated Parmesan cheese * 2 T. pine nuts Source: my Old Recipes