Step 1

Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.

Step 2

Meanwhile, remove casings from sausage if necessary; crumble sausage into large skillet sprayed with cooking spray. Cook on medium heat until evenly browned, stirring occasionally. Add garlic, cook and stir 30 sec. Add pasta sauce and cream cheese; mix well. Cook on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring frequently.

Step 3

Drain pasta. Add to pasta sauce mixture; mix lightly. Top with basil and Parmesan.