Ingredients
2 1/2
cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (5 oz)
3/4
lb mild Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
1
can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes and mild green chiles, undrained
1
can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1
can (15 to 16 oz) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired
Preparation
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in beans and pasta. Cook uncovered 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with cilantro.
