The quick marinara sauce of justice

It's a weeknight. You want some spaghetti but cbf to spend a ton of time. Do this. Be aware that this recipe is very fungible. You can adjust the balance of ingredients to taste.

Ingredients

  • Onions
  • Garlic
  • Crushed tomato (San Marzano italian tomatoes are available at Safeway, but work with what you got)
  • a good extra virgin olive oil
  • Sugar to taste

Dried spices are good here, but not technically necessary. Usual suspects

  • Parsley
  • Basil
  • Oregano

Instructions

  • Sweat onions and garlic (sliced garlic, not diced). Sweat until translucent.
  • Add crushed tomatos
  • Add sugar
  • Add spices to taste

If you want to get a more incorporated sauce. Add some water and cook it down low and slow.