Hearty Bean Soup

In 4 litre saucepan or Dutch oven, saute green pepper, onion and garlic in oil 5 to 7 minutes or until tender. Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle each serving with 2 tablespoons cheese. Eight 1- half cup servings Nutritional Analysis per serving: calories 239 carbohydrates 32 g protein dozen g fat 7 g calcium 149 mg sodium 810 mg cholesterol 15 mg dietary fiber 8 g