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In a large saucepan, heat the extra-virgin olive oil.
Add the garlic cloves and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes.
Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
Add the tomatoes and crush them with the back of a spoon; season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the sugar and basil sprigs and bring to a boil.
Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and reduced to 3 cups, about 30 minutes.
Discard the basil sprigs and garlic.