Minestrone Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 8 oz Dry Cannellini Beans
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 Bay Leaves
• Olive Oil
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Celery, chopped
• 2 cups Carrots, chopped
• ¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 2 Potatoes, cubed
• 1 qt Peeled Tomatoes
• ½ tsp Oregano
• 1-2 qts Water as needed
• 2 large heads Escarole, rough chop
• 8 oz String Beans, blanched
• 1 cup Ditalini Pasta, or your favorite soup pasta
• Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
• Salt & Pepper to taste