5 links Italian sausage
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry spaghetti sauce mix
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Cut each sausage link into 10 slices. Remove casing and place in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 4 minutes or until well browned, turning once. Remove from skillet; drain and set aside.

In a saucepan, combine diced tomatoes, sauce mix, parsley and Parmesan cheese. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Add sausage, stirring to combine. Place in chafing dish or crockpot.

Serve with wooden party picks.

Yields 10 to 15 servings.