Elise Bauer

extra virgin olive oil

chopped onion

chopped carrot

chopped celery

minced garlic

bay leaf

sprigs of fresh thyme or a teaspoon of dried thyme

fennel seeds, crushed

yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks

sliced savoy or curly cabbage

zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch chunks

medium fresh ripe tomatoes (romas if available), cored, peeled, chopped

chicken stock

of cannellini or great northern white beans, drained (about 1 1/2 cups cooked white beans)

chopped fresh parsley

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Parmesan cheese, grated for garnish