Sausage Bowtie Toss

1 12 oz package bow tie pasta
½ TBS olive oil
1 lb ground Italian sausage
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
½ c diced onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 14.5 oz cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 c heavy cream
½ tsp salt
3 TBS minced fresh parsley

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage and pepper flakes until sausage is evenly brown. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is tender. Stir in tomatoes, cream, and salt. Simmer until mixture thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into sauce, heat through, sprinkle with parsley and simmer for 5-10 minutes.