MARY'S ZUPPA MINESTRONE

1-1/2 cups dried great northern beans:
wash, cover with water and soak overnight

In a 6 qt. kettle, saute:

1 lb Totta's Italian Sausage
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup diced green peppers (or red or yellow or a combination of these)

Then Add:

2 qts. chicken broth
1 qt. crushed tomatoes
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 tsp each thyme, oregano and basil (you can use a handful of chopped fresh or frozen basil if you have it)

Simmer 2 1/2 - 3 hours, then add:

3/4 cup macaroni noodles
1 cup sliced zucchini and/or yellow squash

Simmer 30 minutes or until tender.

Serve garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Can be made ahead and can be frozen.