Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes on Pasta

• spaghetti↗6 ounces
• bulk Italian sausage↗8 ounces
• chopped red onion1 cup
• garlic cloves↗2

  minced

• fire-roasted crushed tomatoes↗1 can (14 1/2 ounce)
• mild smoked paprika↗2 teaspoons
• sugar↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• grated parmesan cheese1⁄4 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, cook sausage in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes or until lightly browned.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium. Stir in onion; cook about 5 minutes or until onion is browned on edges.

4. 4

   Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute or until onion is nicely browned and caramelized. (If garlic starts to brown too quickly, reduce heat.).

5. 5

   Stir in tomatoes; simmer 5 minutes or until thick and chunky, stirring occasionally. Stir in paprika and sugar; simmer 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Toss spaghetti with sauce; serve with cheese.