Italian Sausage With Tomatoes And Penne

• 3 cups uncooked penne pasta
• 1 lb Italian sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 medium yellow squash, cut lengthwise in half,then cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
• 2 cups grape tomatoes or 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut lengthwise in half
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 1 T. dried basil)
• 6 green onions, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray.
3. Over medium heat, cook sausage for 4-6 minutes or until browned.
4. Add in broth and stir; cover and cook 5 minutes.
5. Add in squash, tomatoes, and 2 tablespoons of the basil.
6. Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes, stir occasionally.
7. Add in onions; simmer uncovered for 1 minute.
8. Check seasoning to taste, add salt/pepper if desired.
9. In a big mixing bowl, add cooked penne, oil, and remaining basil; toss to coat.
10. Spoon pasta into individual serving plates or bowls; top with sausage mixture.
11. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

penne pasta, italian sausage, beef broth, yellow squash, grape tomatoes, fresh basil, green onions, olive oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/italian-sausage-with-tomatoes-and-penne-82214 (may not work)