Pasta spirals with fresh tomato sauce

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
• 6 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 350g dried pasta spirals
• 1/4 cup black olives
• Shaved fresh parmesan, to serve
• Basil leaves, to serve

1. Heat a saucepan, add oil, onion and garlic, then cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes until onion is softened but not coloured.

2. Add tomatoes and sugar, then cook over a medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes until reduced and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. At the same time, cook pasta in boiling  salted water for 8 to 10 minutes, or according to packet instructions, until al dente. Drain well and serve topped with fresh tomato sauce and scattered with olives, parmesan and basil.