Zucchini "Pasta" with Fresh Tomato Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large ripe Tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 6 small zucchini, trimmed (about 1 1/2 lb)
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated parmesan cheese