Italian cooking makes the mouth water with its divine mixture of the freshest vegetables and herbs, sun-drenched olive oil, delicious varieties of cheese, pungent dried meats and game, and other incomparable ingredients. This collection of traditional recipes from throughout the country features hearty, delicious fare: nourishing minestrone and bean soups; pastas, pizzas, rice, and polenta; meats and poultry; fish and seafood (such as squid with peas); an array of vegetables and salads; and desserts to top off a wonderful meal.