Tomato-Spinach Penne

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked multigrain penne pasta

1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped

1 (10-oz.) package meatless Italian sausage, sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 (14.5-oz.) cans diced tomatoes

1 (6-oz.) package fresh baby spinach leaves, thoroughly washed

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, sauté chopped onion and sliced sausage in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes or until tender. Add minced garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Add tomatoes, and bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes. Add spinach and basil; cook 5 more minutes.

3. Place pasta in a large bowl. Add onion mixture, and toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.