SWEET ONION & SAUSAGE SPAGHETTI

Sweet Onion & Sausage Spaghetti image

Sweet onion seasons turkey, adding rich flavor to Mary Relyea's wholesome pasta dish. At home in Canastota, New York, she tosses it together with light cream, basil and tomatoes for a quick, springy meal in minutes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti
3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook sausage in oil for 5 minutes. Add onion; cook 8-10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender. , Stir in tomatoes and basil; heat through. Add cream; bring to a boil. Drain spaghetti; toss with sausage mixture. Garnish with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges