Pasta Sauce With Italian Sausage

1. 1

   Removed casing from sausage links and cut into 1/2 inch slices. In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat for about 10 minutes; remove and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat ground beef, olive oil, garlic and onion over medium heat until meat is nicely browned; drain.

3. 3

   Pour in tomatoes and tomato sauce; mix in salt, ground black pepper, basil, oregano, bay leaf and cooked sausage. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

5. 5

   Mix cooked sauce with hot pasta and remove bay leaf from sauce before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.