sausage pasta recipe

Sausage and Pasta Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape) 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried basil