Ingredients

• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 can whole peeled tomatoes with liquid (1 1/2 to 2 cups) no added ingredients (pelati) (14 ounces) ((400 grams))
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 5 leaves fresh basil chopped
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1-2 dashes black pepper or hot pepper flakes
• ⅓ cup water ((78 grams))
• 3 - 3½ cups cooked pasta (molto al dente) ((325 grams))

Instructions

1. In a large pan add olive oil and garlic, cook on medium heat for about 1 minute.
2. Add the can of tomatoes (break up with a fork), oregano, fresh basil, salt, hot pepper flakes and water. Stir, cover and cook on medium heat for approximately 12 to 15 minutes, uncover and cook another 5 minutes until thickened, but still a little liquid remaining. 
3. Add the 3 cups cooked pasta (al dente) and half a ladle of pasta water, toss gently on medium/high heat for approximately 1-2 minutes or until it becomes almost creamy.  Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.  Don't forget the bread.  Enjoy!