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Add the smashed garlic cloves and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until the garlic is fragrant and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Carefully pour the crushed tomatoes into the pan. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine with the aromatic oil.","group":"Cooking","title":"Carefully pour the crushed tomatoes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Lower the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the oil begins to separate slightly from the tomatoes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Lower the heat to a simmer","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove the garlic cloves if desired. Tear the fresh basil leaves into the sauce and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the garlic cloves if desired","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Using high-quality San Marzano tomatoes is the secret to a naturally sweet and rich sauce. Be careful not to brown the garlic too much; it should just turn golden to avoid any bitter notes. 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