A brief edition of this story from the Viga archive.
Build on a simple sauce
Basil and oregano are familiar additions, and red pepper can introduce heat. The sauce works with pasta or as a starting point for vegetables, seafood and other additions.
A history with competing stories
The article discusses southern Italian origins and a possible connection between the name and sailors. It presents more than one account, so those stories are best read as culinary traditions rather than a settled origin.
Originally published February 12, 2020More stories
