Herbed Pasta with Crushed Tomato Sauce

1.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.

2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3.Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4.Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5.If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

6.Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

7.Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.