Vegetable Beef Bow Tie Skillet

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
• 1-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• 2 cups chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. 
2. Stir in the broth, pasta, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. 
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Add yellow pepper and zucchini; cover and cook 2-4 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. 
5. Stir in tomatoes; sprinkle with cheese.

1-1/2 cups equals 498 calories. Makes 4 servings.