Autumn Penne Pasta with Sauteed Brussels Sprouts In A Light Ragu

sweet or hot pork sausage link, casing removed, crumbled

93% lean ground turkey

olive oil, divided

garlic, sliced thin

brussels sprouts, weight after outer leaves and stems removed

small onion, diced small

carrot, peeled and diced small

celery stalk, diced small

crushed tomatoes (I use Tuttoroso)

bay leaf

crushed red pepper

kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

whole wheat pasta (brown rice pasta for gluten free)