Italy

This Sicilian lentil salsa is a sauce that takes just a bit more preparation but, oh my, are the results ever worth it!

Luckily, there are several ways to get that Sicilian sauce just right. Here's one example, a fine tomato-based concoction just right for fish dishes.

Preparation is simplicity itself in this case.

A light white clam sauce is perfect for those low-cal meals served with a dry Riesling.

A traditional ragu may be too much trouble. So go for something a little bit different and try a Sugo di Carne.

Luckily for those who don't eat meat, lasagna is still excellent when made solely with vegetable ingredients. This recipe will prove the point.

Sure marinara can be plain old tomato sauce. But there are ways to make it a delightfully stylish topping. Here's a very simple Italian marinara recipe to get you started down that road. Then you can go to the fancy styles and flavor the marinara with all sorts of condiments.

Neapolitan pizza is the most basic of all versions. Pizza does not come simpler than this. Make first traditional pizza dough or get a prepared one. Now, onto the pizza!