Pronto Taco Soup

Pronto Taco Soup
1 pd ground beef, bison, or turkey (I used Turkey)
1 med onion, chopped
2 garlic gloves, minced
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low sodium beef broth

1 can (14.5 ounces) no salt diced tomatoes, undrained
1.5 cups Picante sauce
1.5 cups uncooked spiral or small shell pasta (I used Barilla Plus Bow ties)
1 med green bell pepper, chopped
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried parsley flakes
FF Shredded Chedder Cheese & Torilla chips

In a large saucepan, cook meat, onions, and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain if needed.  Add the broth, tomatoes, picante sauce, pasta, green pepper, chili powder and parsely.  Bring to a boil, stirring occassionally.  Reuce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until pasta is tender.  Garnish with cheese and serve with tortilla chips. 

Hubby Star Rating:  8 *due to green bell peppers, he isn't a fan :-(

Recipe Origin:  Quick Cooking Magazine January/February 1999