Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta With Sausage

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   ["In a large pot, cook pasta to desired consistency and drain (do not rinse).", "In a large oven safe pan, brown sausage links all around and finish cooking in 400 degree oven for about 10 minutes (165 degree internal temp) and slice into 1/4"" slices.", "While pasta is cooking and sausage is finishing in oven, saute onion and garlic with oil in a medium saucepan until translucent.", "Add half and half and thyme sprigs and simmer over medium heat for 5-10 minutes.", "Remove sauce from heat and remove thyme sprigs.", "Add cornstarch mixture and optional butter and whisk until smooth and creamy.", "Add sundried tomatoes to sauce.", "In pasta pot or a large bowl, stir pasta, sliced sausage, cherry tomatoes, and sauce together and season to taste with salt and pepper.", "Serve in bowls topped with freshly grated parmesan and chopped basil."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.