Creamy Tomato Farfalle

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1lb farfalle pasta

2 T olive oil

1 lb italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled

1/4 t crushed red pepper flakes

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup diced onion

28 oz diced tomatoes (canned or fresh), drained

1 1/2 cups heavy cream (or half/half)

1/2 t salt

3 T fresh basil, chopped

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta until al dente, 8-12 minutes. Drain and put aside.

2. Heat oil in large skillet over med. heat until shimmering. Add sausage & red pepper, cook until sausage is brown. Stir in onion, cook until tender. Add garlic cook until fragrant approx 15 seconds.

3. Add tomatoes, cream, and salt. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

4. Fold pasta into sauce, heat through. Top with basil and serve. (I like to sprinkle parmesan over it also)