Scuderi Kids' Fast, Fake-Baked Ziti

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes (recommended: San Marzano)

1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, (recommended: San Marzano)* If San Marzanos are not available, add a teaspoon sugar to your sauce, optional

Coarse salt

A handful fresh basil leaves, torn

1 pound ziti rigate, with ridges

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Freshly ground black pepper

A generous grating nutmeg

2 cups whole milk

½ cup shredded asiago cheese

½ cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano

1 cup sliced fresh mozzarella

Crusty bread, to pass at table

Directions at foodnetwork.com

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