Italian Sausage & Bows

1 16 oz bowtie pasta (cooked & drained)
1 lb bulk Italian sausage (links)
1/2 c chopped onion
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (can add more for hotter flavor or less for more mild)
2 cans Italian stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 oz each)
1 1/2 c heavy whipping cream
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp basil
shredded parmesan cheese

Cook pasta. Cook sausage, onion, garlic, & red pepper flakes on medium heat 4-5 minutes. (meat no longer pink) Drain. Add other ingredients.  Boil over medium heat.  Simmer 6-8 minutes until thickened.  Stirring occasionally.  Drain pasta & toss in meat sauce.  Top with 1 cup parmesan cheese.  Serves 5