For simple family meals, toss the salad in the same pot that was used to cook the pasta, and you'll have one less bowl to wash. Feel free to substitute any shaped pasta you have on hand.
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Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
While pasta cooks, place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook 7 minutes or until browned, stirring frequently.
Drain pasta. Combine pasta, sausage, cheese, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine vinegar and next 4 ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Pour vinaigrette over pasta mixture; toss gently to coat.
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