Fry for about 8 mins until golden and cooked through.

Tip in the garlic and fry for 1 min.

2)Stir in the tomato purée and tomatoes, and season to taste.

Simmer for 15 mins until the sauce is rich and thick.

3)While the sauce cooks, boil the pasta according to pack instructions and drain.

Stir in the basil if using, and cooked pasta into the sauce, then serve in bowls with grated or shaved Parmesan.