Easy Italian Stew*

By mamapig

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. kraft zesty italian dressing
• 1 lb. bulk italian sausage
• 2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen stir-fry vegetables (white onions and sliced green, red and yellow peppers)
• 1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans,drained, rinsed
• 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1 cup kraft shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

HEAT dressing in large saucepan on medium heat. Add sausage; cook 8 to 10 min. or until cooked through, stirring occasionally to break sausage into small pieces.
ADD broth, stir-fry vegetables, beans and tomatoes; bring to boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 8 to 10 min. or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
LADLE into eight serving bowls. Top evenly with cheese. Serve with RITZ Crackers.


KRAFT KITCHENS TIPS

Substitute
Substitute ground beef for the Italian sausage. It's equally delicious!

Jazz It Up
Stir in 1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves along with the broth, vegetables, beans and tomatoes.