Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained1 large red onion, chopped1 large sweet red pepper, chopped8 turkey bacon strips, chopped1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley3 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup minced fresh basil1-1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese

Preparation

Place first 4 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. In a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Add to slow cooker.

In a small bowl, mix tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, curry, pepper and salt. Pour over bean mixture.

Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until green beans are tender. Stir in basil. Top with cheese before serving.