What are good non-tomato based pasta sauces?

We've reached the point where it feels necessary to take a break and explore these eleven sauces that go beyond the tomato-y basics. So don't be sad, marinara. It's not a goodbye, just a so long for now. 1. Desperation Spaghetti Carbonara. CHOW. read more

Pasta al pesto - the pesto sauce, typically from Genoa and Liguria region in general, is a sauce based on basil. Here is the recipe: finely grind together 40/50 fresh basil leaves together with 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves of garlic (not mandatory), about 50 to 75 gr of parmesan cheese and a couple of tablespoons of pine nuts. read more

Dear marinara, We promise there's nothing wrong with you. You're there for us when we need you most: on pizzas, in casseroles, and, of course, at the top of towering mountains of pasta. read more

Pasta with pesto sauce, which is a quick and easy sauce with fresh basil, garlic, nuts, and olive oil should be a great pick for your daughter. Rachael also has a great Gorgonzola sauce with Gorgonzola cheese, chicken stock and sage and a pasta with broccoli recipe that is healthy, delicious and easy, featuring olive oil, garlic and parmesan cheese. read more