One Pot Pasta with Italian Sausage Ragu

 One Pot Pasta with Italian Sausage Ragu 

1/2 c. chopped carrot

1/2 c. chopped celery

1/2 c. chopped onion

1 lb. bulk Italian sausage

2 cans (14.5 oz.) petite diced tomatoes

3 c. chicken broth

1 T. Italian seasoning

8 oz. spaghetti

1/2 c. chopped fresh basil

Mince the carrot, celery and onion in a food processor.

Cook the Italian sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat until brown.  Add the minced vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.  Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning.  Break the spaghetti in half and add to the pot making sure it is submerged in the broth.  Bring to a boil.  Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low.  Cook until the pasta is al dente, 8 - 10 minutes.  Season with salt and pepper.  Then stir in the fresh basil and serve.