I needed a quick meal one evening and while I love my usual go to (One Pot Cheesy Sausage Pasta), I wanted something a bit different. This pasta dish delivered! It was easy, had great flavor, and it received rave reviews from my family! You can find the recipe that inspired my version at Ready Set Eat.

Ingredients

• 1 pkg 13 oz turkey smoked sausage, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 14.5 oz can Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic & Oregano, undrained (I didn’t have this version on hand, so I used fresh basil, garlic, and oregano with a can of regular petite diced tomatoes)
• 1 cup (8 oz) tomato Sauce
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 8 ounces dry whole wheat penne pasta, uncooked (any type of pasta will do!)
• 3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until sausage is browned lightly.
2. Add bell pepper; cook 2 minutes more. Add undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, water and pasta; stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil.
3. Reduce heat; cover and cook 15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.