6 .......................ounces uncooked spaghetti
3/4 ...................pound Italian turkey sausage links , casing removed
2 .....................teaspoons olive oil
1 .....................sweet onion , thinly sliced
1.....................pint cherry tomatoes , halved
1/2 ................cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves , thinly sliced
1/2 ...............cup half-and-half cream
Shaved Parmesan cheese (optional)
1 . Cook spaghetti according to package directions . Meanwhile , in a large skillet over medium heat , cook sausage in oil for 5 minutes . Add onion ; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender .
2 . Stir in tomatoes and basil , heat through . Add cream ; bring to a boil . Drain spaghetti ; toss with sausage mixture . Garnish with cheese if desired .
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