Directions

1. Cut sausage in ½" cubes; set aside. Pour boiling water over tomatoes; let stand 20 minutes. Cook pasta in a large pan of boiling water for 2 minutes; add lima beans and cook 8 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Drain and keep warm.
2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot; add sausage and onion. Cook, stirring frequently for 4 minutes or until sausage is lightly browned and onion is tender. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook stirring constantly 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and soaking liquid, salt and pepper; heat through.
3. Toss pasta and lima beans with sausage mixture and parsley. Top with shredded cheese.