1 1/2 lbs. mild Italian sausage, cut into 1/2" lengths
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 lg. onions, chopped
1 lg. can (28 oz.) Italian pear tomatoes
3 (14 oz.) cans Swanson's beef broth
1 1/2 c. dry red wine or water
1/2 tsp. basil
3 tbsp. parsley, chopped
2 med. zucchini, sliced 1/4" thick
1 med. green pepper, chopped
3 c. uncooked bow tie noodles (5 oz.)
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste

In large pot cook sausage until brown. Drain. Add garlic and onions. Cook until limp. Stir in tomatoes with liquid. Add broth, wine or water and basil. Simmer 30 minutes. Cool and chill. Remove fat. When reheating add rest of ingredients. Cook 25 minutes or until noodles are tender. Top with cheese. Serves 10. Freezes well.