1 pound angel hair pasta, uncooked 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomatoes, diced 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans 2/3 cup frozen corn 9 ounces smoked sausage, thinly sliced 2 1/4 teaspoons garlic salt 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 2 tablespoons grated jack cheese (optional)
In a large saucepan, combine pasta with all of the ingredients. Add 4 1/2 cans of water, using can from diced tomatoes as a measure. Stir well. Bring to a low boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
To serve, ladle into soup or chowder bowls. Garnish with grated red pepper and jack cheese, if desired.
