Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 28 ounces canned chopped tomatoes (or try the boxed Pomi brand)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)

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