Pasta Jambalaya

Makes 8 serving (1cup)

ingredients

Cooking spray
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
3 ounces turkey kielbasa, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
7 cups hot cooked penne (about 3 cups uncooked tube-shaped pasta)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) preshredded 4-cheese Mexican recipe blend cheese (such as Sargento)

directions

Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Add seasoning; sauté 1 minute. Add beans, tomatoes, and kielbasa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until thick. Combine bean mixture and pasta in a large bowl. Top with cheese.

Source: abbie