Pomodoro Sauce

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until they are soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.

Carefully add the tomatoes (nothing splashes like tomatoes!) and about 1/2 cup of the reserved liquid and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the sauce is thick, about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Bring to a boil, stirring for a few minutes with a wooden spoon to further break up the tomatoes. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in the fresh basil and season again.

Serve over freshly cooked pasta, and sprinkle with some freshly grated parmesan. You can also add meatballs to this for a simple and easy dinner.

Detailed photos on my blog.