1 (9 oz.) can light kidney beans
1 (9 oz.) can Italian style tomatoes
1-2 c. V-8 juice
1/4 c. sliced pepper (red, green, yellow or all 3!)
1 clove garlic, sliced
1 sm. onion, sliced
1 tsp. oil
1 tbsp. sugar
Dash of Tabasco
Dash of Worcestershire sauce
Basil, oregano, salt to taste
1/2 c. frozen corn

Saute onion, garlic and pepper in oil. Add Italian style tomatoes and V-8 juice. Simmer 1/2 hour. Add water or more V-8, if needed. Add corn, spices, beans, Tabasco, sugar, and simmer 1/2 hour more. Top with Parmesan cheese. Serve with breadsticks or whole grain bread and crackers.

NOTE: This recipe changes each time I make it! Adjust amount of V-8 juice, spices, and corn to taste. Also, the longer it simmers, the better the taste!