Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) sliced carrots
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped onion
1 cup (250 mL) water
2 tsp (10 mL) sugar
1 tsp (5 mL) Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
1 can (28 FL oz/796 mL) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 FL oz/540 mL) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (156 mL/5.5 FL oz) tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) Green Giant* Frozen Cut Green Beans
1 cup (250 mL) uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded Parmesan cheese
Substitution : If you prefer, substitute a can of kidney beans. If you have cooked beans on hand already, use 1 3/4 cups instead of the can of beans.Health Twist : Looking to get a healthy dose of vegetables? This vegetarian main dish has carrots, onions, tomatoes and green beans, in addition to fiber-rich chickpeas.