PASTA and BEEF

Makes 4 servings

3/4 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
1 can (14 1/2 oz) any vegetable broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (about 8 oz) stewed tomatoes
1 1/2 cups dry medium tube-shaped or corkscrew pasta macaroni


1. In medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef until browned, stirring to separate meat. Pour off fat.
2. Add broth, Worcestershire, oregano, garlic powder, and tomatoes. Heat to a boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring often.
3. Uncover and cook 5 minutes more or until macaroni is done and most of liquid is absorbed. If desired, garnish with Parmesan cheese.

NUTRITION FACTS:
Calories 287(101 calories from fat)
Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 53 mg
Sodium 654 mg*
Carbohydrate 27 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugars 4 g
Protein 20 g

* 400 mg of sodium