Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 potato, peeled and diced
• 2 1/2 cups cooked white beans
• 6 slices French or Italian-style bread
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese