Sausage, Bell Pepper and Cheese Pasta

Ingredients

• • 4 Italian sausages, casings removed
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) tomato paste
  • 1 ½ cups (375 ml) chicken broth
  • 2 cups (280 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 lb (450 g) gemelli or penne pasta
  • ½ cup (125 ml) store-bought red pepper spread
  • 1 container (200 g) bocconcini cheese, drained and torn
  • Basil leaves, torn, to taste