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Pasta and Beans
Low Fat High Fiber Recipe

Ingredients:
1 pound whole wheat elbow macaroni
2 cans stewed tomatoes
2 cans kidney beans, drained
1/4 cup parsley
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Pepper to taste
1 cup low-fat shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions:
Cook macaroni, drain.

While macaroni cooks, bring tomatoes, beans, and spices to a boil over medium heat.

Add macaroni, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes. Pour into a serving dish and sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Recipe makes eight Pasta and Beans high fiber servings.

Nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 317
Total Fat: 2g
Fiber: 15g

See also:
Italian Bean and Tuna Salad
Healthy Cajun Beans and Rice
Black Beans in Pita Pockets
Bean and Cheese Sandwiches
Turkey and Beans Over Rice
German Bean and Sausage Soup
Quick Turkey and Bean Ragout
Autumn Chicken and Bean Bonanza
Speedy Baked Beans
Barley-Bean Salad

High Fiber Tip:
Raw or fresh vegetables, such as cabbage are high in fiber. (Lettuce is actually low in fiber.)

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