Quick Sausage Rotini

3 C. rotini pasta, uncooked
1 lb. sausage links, cut into bite sized pieces
1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 onion, chopped
¼ cup Italian dressing
1 C. mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided

Cook pasta as directed. Meanwhile, cook sausage in skillet over med-high heat 10 minutes or until done. Drain sausage and return to skillet. Add tomatoes, onions, and dressing. Cook 5 minutes or until onions are tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. Toss pasta with sausage mixture and ¾ cup cheese. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Tricks & Ideas
-I’ve always found that when a recipe calls for a can of tomatoes, a fresh tomato or two will do just fine.