Mostaccioli Marinara With Basil - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (4 oz) or 1 1/2 cups penne (4 oz)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup diced onion
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 teaspoons dried basil, crushed
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 2 tablespoons romano cheese

Preparation

Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
Position knife blade in food processor, add tomatoes.
Pulse 3 to 4 times or until amost smooth, set aside.
Coat a medium skillet with non-stick cooking spray, add oil, and place over medium-high heat until hot.
Add the onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until tender.
Add tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
Stir in parlsey and basil.
Serve sauce over pasta; sprinkle with cheese.