Farfalle with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Cream

1 Tbs. Olive oil
1/2 lb. Sweet Italian Sausage, casings removed
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp. onion powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
1- 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes with added puree
1/2 c. half n' half
10 oz. farfalle (bowtie) pasta
grated parmesan cheese

Cook pasta according to package.

While pasta is cooking, heat oil in large skillet over med-high heat.  Add sausage and crushed red pepper flakes.  Cook until sausage is no longer pink, breaking into chunks.

Add onion and garlic; saute about 3 minutes.  Add tomatoes and half n' half.  Reduce heat to low; simmer until mixture thickens.  Season with salt and pepper.

Stir cooked/drained pasta into sauce.  Sprinkle with parmesan cheese when serving.

from Michelle Wright