Healthy Recipe #1

Southwestern Vegetarian Pasta

Ingredients:

•         1 tablespoon vegetable oil
•     1 onion, chopped
•     ½ green bell pepper, dice
•     2 clove garlic, chopped 
•     2 tablespoons chili powder
•     1 teaspoon ground cumin 
•     1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes with juice 
•     1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas  
•     1 (10 ounce) package of frozen corn kernels, thawed 
•     1 (12 ounce) package of uncooked elbow macaroni 
•     ½ cup shredded Monterey jack cheese

Directions:

1.  Heat oil in a large, deep skillet, sauté onion, green pepper, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Stir tomatoes, chickpeas and corn. Reduce heat to low simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until thickened and heated through. 
2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
3. Combine pasta and sauce. Sprinkle each serving with Monterey Jack cheese