Sweet Sausage Penne Pasta

In a large skillet brown together:

1 lb. sweet italian sausage (remove the casings)--don't use other kinds of sausage, it only tastes good with the sweet italian

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves of garlic, minced

Once the above mixture is browned, stir in:

1 28 oz. can petite diced tomatoes, including the juice

1 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half and half)

1/2 t. salt

1/3 cup sugar

Simmer until bubbly, then add cornstarch (or I prefer Ultra Gel) slowly to thicken. While simmering, cook one box of penne pasta according to package directions. To serve, toss the penne with the pasta sauce and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan. Garnish each serving with a little Parmesan and parsley.

Stars: 5 (my kids loved this recipe--even Olivia, who doesn't like sausage, loved it!)