Tomato Basil Angel Hair Pasta with Italian Sausages

Ingredients

• 3 Italian Sausages (Spicy)
• 1 package Angel Hair Pasta
• 1 jar Trader Joe�s Tomato Basil Marinara Sauce
• 8 Cherry Tomatoes, cut in halve
• Fresh basil, stems removed
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)

Salt

Pepper

• Trader Joe�s small mozzarella balls (optional)

Directions

1. In a small pan, add the Italian sausages and add 1 cup of water. Cook on med-high heat for about 15 mins. If the water runs low, add a little more so the steam cooks the sausages evenly. Take the sausages out and cut in thin slices.
2. In a large sauce pan, add 2 Tbs EVOO, minced garlic, cherry tomatoes and sliced sausages. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant and the sausages are golden brown. Add the whole jar of tomato basil marinara sauce, pinch of salt & pepper and a handful of fresh basil leaves. Let it simmer on low for a few minutes.
3. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package.
4. Add cooked pasta to the tomato basil sauce and gently stir until well incorporated. Garnish with fresh basil and small mozzarella balls (optional).