Ingredients
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 tablespoons olive oil2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil2-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1-1/4 teaspoons sugarMozzarella sticks, optional
Preparation
In a large saucepan, saute garlic in oil for 1-2 minutes or until tender. Drain one can tomatoes; set aside. (Save tomato juice for another use.) Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano and sugar to the pan.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until thickened. Serve with mozzarella sticks if desired.
