1 can kidney beans
1 can baked beans
1 lg. onion, chopped
Salt and pepper
2 medium potatoes, chopped sm.
1/2 lb. pasta
1/2 - 1 lb. ground meat or tofu (optional)

Add to large pot all but pasta and meat or tofu. Add to pot, 2 cans water from kidney bean can and 2 cans water from baked beans can. Cook 1/2 hour or more. Add ground meat or tofu. Cook 20 minutes. Add pasta and cook until pasta is done (5-7 minutes). Makes great left-overs. Top with grated cheese to serve.