Smoked Sausage Pasta Salad

Directions

• Cook the pasta according to the package instructions just to al dente and immediately shock in ice water to prevent the pasta from sticking together. Drain and set aside
• In a large skillet over medium heat, brown sausage. Drain. Set aside
• Make the dressing by whisking together the oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, basil, and minced garlic. Add the onion and stir to combine (check the blog post to see why onion is a great addition to pasta salad dressing). Set aside
• In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, sausage, artichokes, black olives, bell pepper, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese. Add the dressing with the onions and toss to coat. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate to allow the flavors to develop more.