Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pan to medium heat. Add the onion and red pepper. Cook them down for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until you can smell that gorgeous garlic.

Step 3

Add the crushed tomatoes with their juices, red chili flakes, white wine, oregano and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Simmer for 10 minutes (or longer) to let the flavor develop.

Step 5

Stir in the parsley and basil leaves. Taste and adjust for salt.

Step 6

Serve with pasta or seafood, like Shrimp Fra Diavolo.