TEXAS RANCH-STYLE STEW

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Ground beef, beans and pasta thickens this hearty stew that's perfect for brisk autumn days. The zippy sauce, made with canned vegetable juice, gives the chunky mixture a western flair -Mrs. J.W. West of Alvord, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup small shell pasta
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium V8 juice
1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Southwestern diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta; stir into stew.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 886mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges