

Adding the pasta to the skillet to finish cooking adds flavor to the pasta and helps to thicken the sauce.

Linguine with Zucchini, Sausage and Fresh Tomato Sauce - an easy, make-ahead pasta dish that is perfect for hot summer weather

Peppered Pork Tenderloin in Red Wine Sauce - think Steak au Poivre but easier and more economical.

Sliced Pork Tenderloin, simmered in a Red Wine Sauce and finished with linguini for an easy skillet dinner.

Stuffed Sweet Onions, Cherry Tomato Sauce - these make a great first course or vegetable side dish.

Grilled Chicken with an easy, home-made, Molasses Barbecue Sauce.

Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Basil, simple for summer this no-cook sauce highlights sun-ripened garden tomatoes

Spaghetti with Yellow Tomato Sauce, Red Peppers, Spinach, Mushrooms and Ground Beef

Turkey Rolls with Red Wine, Goat Cheese Sauce - things can get interesting in the spring!

This tender, flaky salmon is 'poached' in the oven or baked in a little aromatic liquid which is then the basis of a creamy sauce.

Strawberry Yogurt Cake with Lemon Almond Glaze and Fresh Strawberry Sauce

Slow Cooker Pork Chops, Mushroom Sauce, for two - perfect for a smaller slow cooker

Roast Cornish Game Hens, flavored with tarragon and served with a creamy Herb Sauce make a fun 'single serving main course

Pork Kebabs with Tomato Yogurt Sauce, pork tenderloin marinated a few hours or overnight for a flavorful, main course.