Serves 4.

2 tbspolive oil
1medium onion, diced
2 tspminced garlic
28 ozcrushed tomatoes
1 tspdried oregano
1 tspdried basil
1bay leaf, whole
1⁄2 tspsugar
 salt, pepper

Over medium heat, heat oil in a large pot until hot. Add onion and garlic, and sauté for 3–5 minutes until the onions sweat. Add the tomatoes; stir to mingle the flavors. Stir in the herbs and bay leaves. Sprinkle in sugar, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir occasionally. Check seasoning when done.

(Recipe courtesy of Food 911.)