Ingredients
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 can (28 ounces) plum tomatoes, including juice, crushed
6 to 8 fresh basil leaves, coarsely torn
1 small dried red chile, crumbled
Coarse salt
Preparation
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, chile, and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
