Tex-Mex Bean Casserole - Vegetarian

Amount

 Measure

 Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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8

 ounces

 cooked pasta

1

 pound

 Morning Star Crumbles

1

 red

 bell pepper -- diced

14 1/2

 ounces

 tomatoes with green chilies -- drained

1

 medium

 onion -- chopped

2

 cloves

 garlic -- minced

1

 tablespoon

 chili powder

1/2

 teaspoon

 cumin

1/2

 teaspoon

 oregano

1/4

 teaspoon

 hot pepper sauce

6

 ounces

 no salt added tomato paste

1

 cup

 red wine

16

 ounces

 fat-free refried beans

1 1/2

 cups

 low sodium cheddar cheese -- shredded

Cook crumbles, onions and garlic in a large frying pan over medium heat until the onions are soft. 
Add tomatoes, red pepper, tomato paste, hot sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and red wine. Cook 15 to 20 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed. 
Add pasta and beans, stirring to break up the beans. Mix thoroughly. 

Place in a 2 quart casserole. 

Top with cheese. 

Bake in a 400° F oven for 15 to 20 minutes. 

Makes 8 servings.

Per Serving: 315 Calories; 11g Fat (31.3% calories from fat); 21g Protein; 31g Carbohydrate; 8g Dietary Fiber; 21mg Cholesterol; 736mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain (Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 1 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

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