Mostaccioli Marinara With Basil

This is a perfect, light pasta dish for 2 people. Serve with a side salad and french bread.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups mostaccioli pasta, uncooked (4 oz) or 1 1⁄2 cups penne (4 oz)
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) 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

Directions

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.