Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid (1 1/2 to 2 cups) no added ingredients (pelati) (14 ounces) ((400 grams))
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 5 leaves fresh basil chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1-2 dashes black pepper or hot pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup water ((78 grams))
  • 3 - 3½ cups cooked pasta (molto al dente) ((325 grams))

Instruction

  • In a large pan add olive oil and garlic, cook on medium heat for about 1 minute.
  • Add the can of tomatoes (break up with a fork), oregano, fresh basil, salt, hot pepper flakes and water. Stir, cover and cook on medium heat for approximately 12 to 15 minutes, uncover and cook another 5 minutes until thickened, but still a little liquid remaining. 
  • Add the 3 cups cooked pasta (al dente) and half a ladle of pasta water, toss gently on medium/high heat for approximately 1-2 minutes or until it becomes almost creamy.  Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.  Don't forget the bread.  Enjoy!