One Pot Pepperoni Pizza Pasta

mild Italian sausage, casings removed ((or buy pre-ground sausage))

sliced pepperoni, (divided)

green bell pepper, diced

yellow onion, diced

garlic, minced

jar of marinara sauce

dried oregano

dried basil

water

dry, uncooked short cut pasta ((like penne, rigatoni, etc))

mozzarella cheese, (divided)

salt and pepper,

fresh minced parsley or basil, (for garnish)