SAUSAGE, BACON & MUSHROOM PASTA WITH SAUCE

Sausage, Bacon & Mushroom Pasta with sauce image

Provided by Lynn Socko

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4-6 sweet italian sausage
1/2 c sweet onion, sliced
2 clove garlic, minced
15 oz can of dice tomatoes w/oregano, basil & garlic, no salt added, pureed in food processor
2 slice bacon, diced
2 c mushrooms, sliced
1/4 stick unsalted butter
1/2 c parmesan cheese
1 lb dry pasta

Steps:

1. Slice sausage links in 1/2" slices, place in skillet with diced bacon, onion and garlic and cook until browned. Drain off grease and add mushrooms, puree diced tomatoes, a few drops of lemon juice and a pinch of sugar and salt to taste. Allow to simmer for about 20 min.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta, add butter and stir until melted. Add 1/4 c parmesan and toss. Now add to sauce and toss well to coat. Garnish with Parmesan and Basil.