Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 

2 garlic cloves, minced 

1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, (optional) 

1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes 

Coarse salt and ground pepper 

1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano leaves 

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add red-pepper flakes (optional) and tomatoes, breaking them up as you go. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a rapid simmer. Cook, stirring often, until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Stir in oregano leaves.