Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Cook the Spaghetti Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Tomato Sauce In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Simmer the Tomato Sauce Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combine the Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce Add the cooked spaghetti to the saucepan with the tomato sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta with the sauce.

Garnish and Serve Serve the spaghetti with tomato sauce in bowls. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.