Suzanne Somers' Pasta with Tomato, Basil & Garlic Sauce

Note from Cheri: Suzanne shared this fat-free recipe, from her book "Eat Great, Lose Weight" with Fabulous Foods readers. Since the ingredients are so simple, you can always keep them on hand for a quick, healthy meal. Follow this link for my interview with Suzanne plus more great recipes!

2 cans (28 oz. each) peeled tomatoes, coarsely chopped with juice 1 med. onion, chopped 6 cloves garlic, sliced very thin 20 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade 1 lb. whole wheat pasta (Suzanne likes to use penne or spaghetti) salt and pepper to taste

Serves 6 In a saucepan over medium-high heat, warm about 1/3 cup of the juice from the tomatoes. Add the onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. If the tomato juice is bubbling too much, turn the heat down to medium. Add the remaining tomatoes and their juice. Lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Turn off heat and add basil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Toss with sauce and serve immediately.