whole peeled Roma tomatoes (28oz), reserve juice {I prefer San Marzano tomatoes for the quality, but any will do} • Fresh basil, torn into medium-sized pieces • Fresh diced garlic • olive oil • sugar • kosher salt (add more/less to taste) • black pepper • red pepper flakes • water • Fresh parsley, torn • sliced mushrooms (13 oz)**you can use fresh if desired, but may need to simmer a bit longer due to their water content ** • Angel Hair pasta (or your preferred type)