Pasta Jamabalaya (Wednesday)

Pasta Jamabalaya
Servings: 8
Total Time: 15 minutes
Source: Ragú

Note:  If you don't have 8 people to feed, freeze 1/2 for another day.  Or share it with a neighbor who needs some kindness.

 Vegetable cooking spray
1/2 pound rope-style smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 27 1/2-ounce jar Ragú Light Pasta Sauce (We always use this.  It has a full serving of your daily vegi in each serving)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Ground cayenne pepper, to taste
8 ounces linguini, uncooked



1.    Spray large nonstick saucepan with vegetable cooking spray. Add sausage; cook over medium heat until lightly browned, stirring frequently.

2.    Add green pepper, onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, or until tender.

3.    Stir in pasta sauce and remaining ingredients except pasta. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 10 minutes.

4.    Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Spoon sauce over hot pasta.