Chef John's Sunday Pasta Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Serve over cooked pasta. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C.
• Garlic has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties.
• Italian seasoning is a blend of herbs, such as oregano, thyme, rosemary, and basil.