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

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.

2. Position knife blade in food processor, add tomatoes.

3. Pulse 3 to 4 times or until amost smooth, set aside.

4. Coat a medium skillet with non-stick cooking spray, add oil, and place over medium-high heat until hot.

5. Add the onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until tender.

6. Add tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.

7. Reduce heat, simmer uncovered 10 minutes.

8. Stir in parlsey and basil.

9. Serve sauce over pasta; sprinkle with cheese.