Hearty Chili Mac

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Serves 4 to 6

Your kids will love this easy-to-make meal.

8 ounces pasta spirals
1 onion, chopped
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small bell pepper, diced
3/4 textured vegetable protein
1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 15-ounce can kidney beans, including liquid
1 15-ounce can corn, including liquid
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt

Cook pasta in boiling water until tender. Drain and rinse, then set aside.

Heat 1/2 cup water in a large pot, then add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until onion is soft, about 3 minutes. Add bell pepper, textured vegetable protein, crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and 3/4 cup water. Stir to mix, then simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Add cooked pasta and check seasonings. Add more chili powder if a spicier dish is desired.

Nutrition information per 1/2 cup: 109 calories; 6 g protein; 20 g carbohydrate; 0 g fat; 138 mg of sodium; 0 mg cholesterol.

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