Italian Sausage With Tomatoes And Penne - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

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