Easy Minestrone Soup

• 1/2 lb. ground beef
• 1 c. chopped celery
• 1 c. chopped onion
• 1 c. diced carrots
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/4 c. vegetable oil
• 1 can Italian white kidney beans, drained
• 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes
• 8 c. beef stock
• 1/2 tbsp. parsley flakes
• 2 c. shredded cabbage
• 1 c. uncooked spaghetti, broken in pieces
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Brown beef, onions, celery and garlic in oil. Add vegetables, stock and spices.