Basic Italian Tomato Sauce

You asked for it, you got it! Here's a basic Italian Tomato Sauce that will not disappoint...

• 2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree 
• 1 (28 ounce) cans peeled plum tomatoes 
• 2 cloves garlic 
• 1 small onion, diced 
• 6 cloves garlic 
• 1 teaspoon basil 
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt 
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 
• 1/4 cup grated cheese 

Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil in a large pot. Empty plum tomatoes into large bowl and squash them with your hands or a potato masher tool. Add all ingredients (including any meatballs or sausage you want to add) to the pot and simmer for 3 hours.