Grated Parmesan Cheese Partly thaw the green beans to separate. Cook the ground beef, sausage, onion, green pepper and garlic in a 4 litre dutch oven, stirring often until beef is brown. Drain and stir in the beans and remaining ingredients, except the cheese. Break up tomatoes, heat to boiling, stirring often. Reduce head and simmer uncovered 30 minutes occasionaly. Put in 8 bowls and sprinkle with cheese.