Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs sweet Italian turkey sausage ( or other)
1 medium green peppers, chopped
1 small onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
8 cups water
28 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 1/2 cups farfalle pasta ( bow tie, approx. 1/2 box)
fresh-grated mozzarella cheese or parmesan cheese or romano cheese ( or all) (optional)
Directions:
Remove sausage casings& cut into 1/2″ pieces.
In large kettle, cook sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink.
Remove with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 T.
drippings in the pan.
Saute pepper, onion and garlic 4-5 minutes or until tender.
Add the water, tomatoes, sugar, Worcestershire, bouillon, salt, basil, thyme, oregano& sausage.
Bring to a boil; add pasta.
Reduce heat& simmer uncovered 18-22 minutes or until pasta is tender.
Serve w/ grated cheese on top, if desired.
Servings: 8-10
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 50 min.