Italian Sausage and Peppers Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 links, sliced Italian sausage
• 1 red, sliced bell pepper
• 1/2 small, sliced onion
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 6 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add sausage slices and brown 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in diced tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper; simmer 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Combine pasta with sauce; toss to coat.

6. 6

   Serve topped with optional parmesan.