I mostly stuck to classic marinara and tomato basil sauces, but also snuck in a few Alfredos for good measure–after all ... as well as warmed on the stovetop and paired with the most famous of all ...
In Italy, pasta and sauce pairings are intentional; some sauces simply pair better with certain pasta. Long, thin strands of spaghetti work best with lighter sauces or olive oil-based coatings.
I tried 12 red sauces from major manufacturers and restaurant or artisan brands. I grew up on Long Island, New York, where it's called sauce, not gravy (unless you're making it on a Sunday with a ...