First, turn pot on high and add extra virgin olive oil, and the sausages. Break up sausages (with spoon or potato masher) and spread at bottom of pot.

Now, leave sausage alone (no stirring) for 3 minutes. 

Next, put the sausage to the side of the pan and add the onions, garlic, oregano, pepperoni and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir 30 seconds. 

Now, add crushed tomatoes, water, basil, and parsley. Let sit on low heat for 20 minutes.