Italian Sausage Pasta Skillet Recipe

Ingredients

1

lb bulk mild Italian sausage

2

cups milk

1

cup hot water

1

                        box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni

1

tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1

cup pearl-sized (1/2-inch) mozzarella cheese balls (from 8-oz package)

1/4

cup jarred sliced roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry

1

cup garlic butter croutons (from 5-oz bag)

1/4

cup shredded fresh basil leaves

Preparation

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.

Stir in milk, hot water, and uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper™ box). Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Stir in vinegar.

Remove from heat. Top with mozzarella cheese and red peppers. Cover; let stand 3 to 4 minutes to melt cheese. Top with croutons and basil.

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