Super Low-Fat Tomato Sauce

• 1 33 1/3- oz. can plum tomatoes, undrained
• 1 small onion, peeled and diced (1/2 cup)
• 1-2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1/4-1/2 tsp. hot red pepper flakes
• Salt to taste

Preparation

1 Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2 While pasta is cooking, combine remaining ingredients in a 2-quart saucepan and heat to boiling.
3 Reduce heat and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, approximately 10-20 minutes.
4 . In a food processor or blender, puree small quantities of the sauce to desired consistency, using 3 to 4 quick on-off motions for a chunky sauce, longer for a smoother sauce.
5 When pasta is done, drain. Pour sauce over pasta and serve immediately.

Source: National Pasta Association