Jayni's Rigatoni And Italian Sausage Recipe

• 1 lb Italian sausage, cut in 1" pcs*
• 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 x Onion, large, coarsely minced
• 1 x Bell pepper, large, coarsely minced
• 3 x Cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 can (12-ounce.) tomato paste
• 1 can (16-ounce.) diced tomato
• 1 c. Water
• 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper (or possibly more to taste)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Pepper
• 1 x Bay leaf
• 1 lb Rigatoni (pasta)
• 2 Tbsp. Butter (or possibly margarine), softened Shredded Parmesan cheese

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