Ingredients:
2 stalks celery, cut up
1/2 pound green peas, shelled
About 10 fresh string beans, chopped
2 large cabbage leaves, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 onion, minced
1 large potatoe, diced
1 can tomatoes
1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 cup dried beans (uncooked)
2 quarts of stock
grated Romano Cheese

Soak the dried beans in water overnight. Drain, add the beef or chicken stock and cook until the beans are tender.  Add all the other ingredients except for the cheese.  Add at least 2 quarts of water and season to taste with salt and pepper.  Simmer until vegetables are tender.  Sprinkle with cheese on serving!