Green on Green Pasta Soup

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4 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 leeks (white and green parts) cleaned and sliced

2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1/2 medium cabbage, shredded finely

6 cups water or homemade chicken broth

2 zucchini, trimmed, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch half moons

1/2 pound green beans cut into 1-inch lengths or "haricots verts" cut in half

1/2 cup orzo or other small shaped pasta

1 package (10 ounces) frozen "petite" peas, thawed

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1 tablespoon each chopped parsley, mint and chives

1 tablespoon chiffonade of basil

Garnish:

Freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese, Pesto or other herb paste