Hearty Bean and Pasta Stew

Nice and filling, a great winter dish.   

Ingredients:
Serves 4

• 1 cup tomato, coarsely chopped (about 1 large tomato)
• 3/4 cup uncooked small macaroni shells
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped (about 1 small onion)
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh or 1 tsp dried basil leaves
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 1 can  chick peas, drains
• 438ml  chicken broth

Directions:
Mix all the ingredients in a pan. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender.   

Nutrition Facts:
Calories (kcal): 220
Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 720mg
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 11g
Potassium: 550mg

Original Recipe from Low Fat, Low Cholesterol by Betty Croker