SAUSAGE BOW TIE SALAD

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"I made this flavorful entree salad for a first date. My boyfriend like ti so much, he took the leftovers home-and his roommates rave about it, too!" notes Christina Campeau, Simi Valley, California. "For a change of pace, substitute turkey sausage for the kielbasa," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fully cooked reduced-fat kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 to 3 teaspoons fennel seed, crushed
5 cups cooked bow tie pasta
7 plum tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook the sausage, onion, water and 3/4 teaspoon garlic over medium heat for 10 minutes. Add the vinegar and fennel seed. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. , Stir in pasta until coated. Add the tomatoes, basil and remaining garlic; stir gently. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0g sugar total.

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