Italian Sausage Rigatoni

My youngest son brought home a new cookbooklet from Johnsonville Kitchens.
There were so many delicious recipes, I didn't know which one to chose first! 

Because I have a love for Italian Sausage, I chose this recipe for supper tonight. 

....it's now another family favorite!!

Italian Sausage Rigatoni

6 servings

1 pkg (19 oz) mild Italian Sausage Links

1 pkg (1 lb) uncooked rigatoni pasta

3 TBSP olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large red bell pepper, chopped

1 jar (26 oz) pasta sauce

(I used roasted garlic and herb)

2 TBSP chopped fresh Italian parsley

Cook or grill sausage according to package directions.

Transfer sausage to cutting board. 

Cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices.

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add garlic, cook and stir 30 seconds or until golden.

Add bell pepper; cook and stir 2 minutes or until crisp tender.

Add sausage slices and pasta sauce; cook and stir until heated through.

Add pasta, toss gently to combine.

Sprinkle with parsley before serving.