Sausage Sandwiches

2 lb. Italian sausage (sweet, mild or hot - in casings)

1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste

1 green bell pepper, sliced thin

1 large onion, sliced thin

1 T. grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp. parsley flakes

1 C. water

48 oz. spaghetti sauce

Hot dog buns

Place sausage in skillet, cover with water and simmer at least 10 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients in crockpot.

Add drained sausage, cut into hot dog lengths.

Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours (or more).

Increase temperature to HIGH; cook 1 hour longer. Serve in buns