Sausage Fettuccine

Makes 4 servings

1 lb. ground Italian pork sausage

1 onion, chopped

1 to 2 cloves garlic, chopped

2 T. all-purpose flour

1 pt. half-and-half

2 to 3 T. grated Parmesan cheese

salt and pepper to taste

8-oz. pkg. fettuccine, cooked

Brown sausage, onion and garlic in a skillet over medium heat; drain. Whisk in remaining ingredients except fettuccine; heat through without boiling. Spoon over cooked fettuccine.

Let your kids plan the family dinner once a week. Younger children can practice basic cooking skills, while older kids and teens might enjoy choosing and preparing ethnic or specialty meals.