SIMPLE TOMATO PASTA

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) diced tomatoes
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Combine garlic and water. Heat oil in a frypan.
2. Add garlic mixture and sauté 2 minutes; do not brown. Stir in tomatoes and pepper; simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 - 15 minutes.
3. Stir in basil, sugar and salt. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
4. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Stir cooking liquid into sauce.
5. Toss pasta with sauce. Serve with Parmesan cheese.