Add olive oil and onion to pan. Saute 2 minutes.

Add oregano and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook with stirring 3 minutes until onions begin to brown. Add garlic. Cook 30 seconds.

Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, thyme and bay leaves. Turn heat to high and cook with stirring until simmering. Turn heat to medium low. Simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over pasta.