Basic Arugula and Pasta

This is a very basic tomato base pasta sauce with the peppery addition of the arugula.

INGREDIENTS:

Simple Tomato Sauce
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen Fire Roasted Crushed Tomatoes
1 tsp dried basil
3/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup water
1-2 Tbsp red wine vinegar

A handful of Arugula, washed and chopped
Kosher salt

METHOD:

In a small frying pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil.  Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.  Be careful not to let it scorch or the garlic will taste bitter.

In a bowl, stir together the garlic-oil mixture, tomatoes, basil, oregano, thyme, pepper, water and 1 1/2 tablespoons of the vinegar.  Season to taste with salt and add additional vinegar if necessary. Add the arugula and serve over Penne pasta.