SERVES 2–4
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 12-ounce package maple breakfast link sausages
½ medium-to-large onion, chopped
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 can (14 to 16 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
2 cups water
8 ounces bow tie pasta, cooked according to package directions
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In a medium skillet, heat oil, then saute sausage links and onion until browned, breaking up sausages with a spatula as they cook. Add tomato paste, fire-roasted tomatoes and water, and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, uncovered, for 15–20 minutes. Serve over hot pasta.
KATHLEEN DEFEE, FLORENCE