Smoked Sausage with Penne and Veggies

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
• 2 to 3 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 1/2 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional