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Wagon Wheel Pasta Plate
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 6
This tasty pasta dish has all the goodness of pizza—a longtime favorite of kids. Be prepared for requests for second helpings.
Ingredients:
1/2 pound johnsonville® mild ground italian sausage
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup vegetable or beef broth
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
8 ounces uncooked wagon wheel pasta
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh basil, optional
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, cook the sausage, red pepper, mushrooms, onion and garlic over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add the tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
2. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat the cream. Slowly stir in the sausage mixture; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Drain pasta; toss with creamy sausage mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil if desired. Yield: 6 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com