1 lb. Italian sausage, cut in 1/2-inch slices
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 lg. onions, chopped
1 1/2 qt. canned beef broth
1 (16 oz.) can Italian pear tomatoes
Parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 c. red wine (or water)
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
3 tbsp. parsley, chopped
1 med. green pepper, chopped
2 med. zucchini, sliced
3 c. uncooked Farfalle (bow tie noodles)

In a 5-quart kettle, brown sausage on medium heat. Add garlic, onion and cook until limp. Stir in and break up tomatoes. Add broth and wine, basil, thyme and parsley; simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Add vegetables and noodles; cover and simmer 25 minutes more. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese. Serves 8-10.