Step 1

Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add the pepper. Cook over a medium heat, until soft.

Step 2

Add the sausages to the pan, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Once the meat is browned, add the tomato sauce and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pan of boiling salted water according to the packet instructions.

Step 4

Drain the pasta and stir in the sauce. Spoon into four bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan and chopped basil, if using.