Add water, bouillon cubes, tomato paste, parsley flakes, pepper and extra salt, if needed, and bring to a boil. Stir well.

Cover pot, turn heat to medium-low and simmer for 40 minutes. With sausages, simmer at least an hour or until sausages are fully cooked. Add pasta during the last 1/2 hour of cooking.

Serve hot and sprinkle top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Submitted by: Luisa Gallant