Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3 c. chopped fresh plum tomatoes or Recipe Ready canned tomatoes with juice (14.5 oz.)
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. thyme (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 c. chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 c. chopped parsley
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste

Method

  • Heat oil in large deep frying pan over low heat.
  • Stir in garlic and saute 1 minute (do not brown).
  • Add tomatoes.
  • Simmer, uncovered, until mixture boils and sauce begins to thicken (about 15 minutes).
  • Stir in herbs, salt and pepper and let cook 1 minute.
  • Toss hot pasta into skillet with sauce and mix thoroughly in the frying pan.
  • Serve immediately in a warmed serving dish.