Ingredients:
450g coarse Italian sausage (skin removed)
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 can (approx. 400g) chopped tomatoes (preferably San Marzano or diced tomatoes)
1 can (approx. 400g) tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional to balance the acidity of the tomatoes)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 pinch of chili flakes (optional if you like it spicy)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Preparation: