Kielbasa Pasta Skillet

Boil a substantial container of salted water until it reaches its boiling point. Introduce penne pasta into the pot and cook, stirring periodically, until it reaches a tender yet still slightly firm texture, approximately 11 minutes. During the final two minutes of cooking, incorporate frozen peas into the pot.

Simultaneously, heat a substantial amount of oil over medium-high heat within a deep skillet. Introduce an onion and garlic into the skillet and sauté until they become tender, roughly 5 minutes. Add sliced kielbasa to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until it becomes browned, approximately 3-4 minutes. Combine diced tomatoes, mushrooms, sugar, balsamic vinegar, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper within the skillet. Gradually reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked to perfection.

Drain excess water from the cooked penne, then combine it with the sauce. Stir to incorporate and add fresh basil leaves. Gradually reduce heat to a lower setting and cook until the pasta absorbs liquid from the sauce, approximately 5 minutes. Finally, combine shredded cheese into the dish and serve.