Japanese-style Neapolitan Spaghetti

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare all ingredients. Slice onion into moderately thick half-moon pieces. Core the green bell pepper and remove seeds, then slice into rings. Slice mushrooms thickly. Crush and peel garlic cloves. Slice German sausage diagonally.
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   Combine pasta sauce, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and mix well.
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   Bring a pot of salted water (approximately 1% salt) to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes less than package directions, then drain.
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   In another pan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat and infuse with garlic and chili until fragrant and lightly golden.
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   Add onion and mushrooms, stirring to combine. Season with salt and black pepper, and cook until onion softens.
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   Push vegetables to the side, add sausage slices, and cook until both vegetables and sausage develop a light golden color.
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   Add green pepper rings and stir-fry until they absorb the aromatic oil, being careful not to overcook.
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   Push vegetables aside and pour the tomato sauce mixture into the pan bottom. Heat over medium heat until bubbling to develop rich, savory flavors.
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   Mix the ingredients and sauce together thoroughly. If using cherry tomatoes, add them now and simmer briefly.
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    Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss until every strand is coated with sauce. Use tossing motions or circular stirring to combine thoroughly.
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    Add a ladle of hot water or pasta cooking water and continue stirring. For those with strong tossing skills, use the technique to emulsify the sauce.
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    Drizzle extra virgin olive oil around the pan edge and stir continuously until the sauce becomes creamy and emulsified. Cook to desired consistency and remove from heat.
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    Before serving, stir in a small piece of unsalted butter and mixed herb salt to blend flavors. Grate Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
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