Ingredients

1 28 oz can Pastene ground peeled tomatoes

1 28 oz can Pastene ground peeled tomatoes chunky style

3 tbsp chopped garlic

4 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup sugar

6-8 leaves fresh basil

2 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 tsp oregano

Preparation

Put olive oil and garlic into a large pot over medium heat. Saute the garlic very lightly DO NOT let garlic brown.

After garlic has sauteed for a minute or two, add both cans of tomatoes, salt, pepper, oregano, and sugar. Bring sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Once sauce starts to bubble, reduce heat to low and cook for a couple of hours, stirring occasionally. About 1/2 hour before serving, cut basil into small pieces and add to sauce.