"Posted in response to a request. This is a wonderfully hearty soup that is pretty close to Olive Gardens. We used to go there several times a month when I lived close and get the soup and bread sticks. Mmmmmm..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup finely minced celery
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1 cup finely minced onion
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1 cup finely minced carrot
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1/4 cup butter
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1/2 cup garbanzo beans
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1/2 cup kidney bean
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1/2 cup dried whole peas
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1/2 cup white pea beans
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3/4 cup sliced carrot
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3/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
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3/4 cup sliced celery
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3/4 cup chopped bell pepper
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1/2 cup rice or 1/2 cup barley
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1 cup shell macaroni
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2 tablespoons minced parsley
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1 teaspoon oregano
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1 teaspoon basil
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2 teaspoons soy sauce
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pepper
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parmesan cheese