1/4 cup olive oil |
2 medium onions -- chopped |
4 medium tomatoes -- peeled and chopped |
1/2 medium cucumber -- seeded and chopped |
5 medium potatoes -- cubed |
2 medium celery stalks -- chopped |
4 medium leaks -- (white part only), chopped |
2 medium carrots -- julienned |
1/2 medium cauliflower chopped |
1/2 medium cabbage -- shredded |
4 medium zucchini -- sliced |
2 whole bay leaves |
2 bunches fresh thyme sprigs -- chopped |
3 bunches fresh parsley sprigs -- chopped |
8 bunches fresh basil leaves -- chopped |
8 cups chicken or beef broth |
1 teaspoon salt and pepper -- to taste |
1 Cup parmesan or mozarella cheese -- for garnish |
