1 onion, chopped 
1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips 
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 
2 cups chopped tomatoes, lightly drained (fresh, canned, or
mixed) 
2 cups sliced okra (or green beans), cut into 1-inch pieces 
4 sprigs parsley 
2 teaspoons minced fresh hot pepper (or 1/4 teaspoon hot
pepper sauce) 
1/2 teaspoon dried basil or a few fresh leaves, chopped 
1/2 teaspoon salt (reduce if tomatoes are salted) 
3 cups cooked noodles or whole wheat spirals or shells 
2 cups cooked kidney or pinto beans, drained