ONE-POT VEGAN SAUSAGE PASTA

Name: ONE-POT VEGAN SAUSAGE PASTA
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil or 1/4 cup water for oil-free; 1 onion, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 – 4 vegan sausages, sliced (Tofurky or Field Roast); 1 teaspoon EACH dried basil, oregano, and marjoram; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, optional; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional; 16 oz mushrooms, sliced; 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water (or combo); 16 oz penne pasta (I used whole grain); 1/4 – 1/3 cup chopped parsley; mineral salt & fresh cracked pepper, to taste