Healthy, hearty minestrone soup

Vegetable soup Italian cuisine

4 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup red onions 1/2 cup broccoli 1/2 cup carrots 1 can red beans 1 can white beans 1 can diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cups sweet potatoes 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1 tablespoon garlic 2 tablespoons dried parsley 1 teaspoon Salt 1 cup whole wheat elbow macaroni 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (or Romano)