Minestrone Bake

1 pk Elbow macaroni (7 ounces)

-- cooked and drained 8 oz Grated cheddar cheese

16 oz Van Camp's Pork and Beans

-- undrained 8 oz Stewed tomatoes

1 Green bell pepper; diced

1 Red bell pepper; diced

1/2 c Grated parmesan cheese

Heat oven to 375 F. Grease 8-inch square glass baking dish. Combine macaroni, 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese, pork and beans, tomatoes and bell peppers; mix well. Spoon into prepared dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese.* Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. *NOTE: At this point, casserole may be covered and refrigerated. Increase baking time to 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS per serving: * calories 300 * carbohydrates 32 g * protein 16 g * fat 12 g * calcium 330 mg * sodium 590 mg * cholesterol 35 mg * dietary fiber 6 g Source: "Hurry, Let's Eat!" Reprinted with permission from The Quaker Oats Company Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias