Italian Sausage Bites

5 links Italian sausage
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry spaghetti sauce mix
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Cut each sausage link into 10 slices. Remove casing and place in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 4 minutes or until well browned, turning once. Remove from skillet; drain and set aside.

In a saucepan, combine diced tomatoes, sauce mix, parsley and Parmesan cheese. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Add sausage, stirring to combine. Place in chafing dish or crock pot.

Serve with wooden party picks.