Rigatoni with Sausage and Peppers

Makes 4 serving/s

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ingredients

12 ounce tube pasta such as rigatoni, penne or ziti
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound precooked, low-fat smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 item 16-ounce jar marinara sauce

directions

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PREPARATION
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Optional garnishes: chopped flat-leaf parsley, grated Parmesan cheese
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat oil. Add sausage, peppers and onion. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until peppers and onion are tender and the sausage is heated through. Add sauce; bring to simmer. Stir in the drained pasta. If desired, sprinkle with parsley; pass cheese at table. Delicious served with a crisp green salad.

notes

Nutritional Information Per serving: 505 calories, 9 grams fat, 12 milligrams cholesterol, 1,003 milligrams sodium, 88 grams carbohydrate, 19 grams protein.

Source: Essence.com