Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb mild Italian sausage, ground (or 1/2 lb links, casings removed)
  • 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce, roasted garlic flavor (or use your favorite)
  • 1/2 lb penne pasta
  • olive oil (optional)
  • crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • parmesan cheese (optional)

Method

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions, until al dente. When the pasta is finished, drain and toss with a small amount of olive oil to keep from sticking, if desired. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat, begin browning the sausage, breaking it up into small chunks.
  • When the sausage is no longer pink, reduce the heat to medium and add the spaghetti sauce and cream of mushroom soup. Stir to mix well and cook for a few more minutes until the sauce is hot.
  • In a large bowl or pot, combine the cooked pasta and sauce. Stir to coat evenly and serve with crushed red pepper and parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • Enjoy! Try it with hot sausage, or adding mushrooms, roasted red peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes for variety.