Baked Smoked Sausage Spaghetti Casserole

• 1 (13 1/2 ounce) package Johnsonville Smoked Split Rope Sausage, sliced
• 1 lb spaghetti, cooked according to package directions
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 cup basil leaves, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1. In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, cook sausage, onion and garlic in oil until onions are tender.
2. Add green pepper, mushrooms, salt and seasoning; continue to cook for 4 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes, water and basil.
4. Simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes.
5. Add prepared spaghetti to sauce; toss to coat evenly.
6. Spoon one-half of the pasta mixture into a greased 2-1/2 quart baking dish.
7. Sprinkle with one-half of the cheese.
8. Top with remaining pasta mixture and cheese.
9. Bake, covered, at 375u0b0F for 20-25 minutes.
10. Remove cover, bake 5 minutes longer.
11. Serve.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/baked-smoked-sausage-spaghetti-casserole-512058 (may not work)