Marinara Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tsp garlic, minced
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp basil, dried
1 whole bay leaf
1/2 tsp sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Over medium heat, heat oil in a large pot until hot.
Add onion and garlic, saute for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions begin to appear translucent.
Add the tomatoes, stir to mingle the flavors. Add in the herbs and bay leaf.
Sprinkle in sugar, salt and pepper. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir occasionally.