Pasta with Sausage, Basil, and Mustard [0001027] Ingredients: 8 ounces gluten-free pasta of your choice 8 ounces gluten-free sausage (Italian or your preferred variety) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) Instructions: Cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. While the pasta is cooking, remove the sausage from its casing and crumble it into small pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crumbled sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped fresh basil to the skillet and stir it into the sausage mixture. Lower the heat to medium, then add the Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and coat the sausage evenly. Toss the cooked gluten-free pasta into the skillet with the sausage and mustard mixture. Stir to coat the pasta with the flavorful sauce. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and continue to stir until the cheese has melted into the sauce and everything is well combined. Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. If you like a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes as desired. Serve your Gluten-Free Pasta with Sausage, Basil, and Mustard hot, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves if desired. Enjoy this delicious and hearty gluten-free pasta dish with a burst of flavors from the sausage, basil, and tangy mustard!