Ingredients

3 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each)1 tablespoon olive oil3 medium onions, chopped1 small green pepper, chopped3 cups chopped seeded peeled tomatoes (about 8 medium)1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked pastaParmesan cheese

Preparation

Remove casings from sausage; cut sausage into 1-in. pieces. In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat. Drain and set aside. Heat oil in the same skillet; add onions and green pepper. Cook and stir until tender.

Add the tomatoes, jalapeno, brown sugar, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Return sausage to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and sauce is thickened.

Serve sauce with pasta; top with cheese.