Pasta making is simple, messy and rewarding. In the time it takes to watch the good part of 60 Minutes, you and yours can make delicate, tasty pasta. Once you figure out how to make the pasta, of course the opportunities are endless.

Master the pasta part of this recipe then get creative (but whatever you do, do not make chocolate ravioli - that's sacrilegious).

Saute the sausage in the oil, breaking it up with a wooden spoon while it browns. Sauté until you don't see pink. Add the tomatoes and the Ariost. Crush the tomatoes as you did with the sausage. Reduce over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Boil the pasta (should take about 2-3 minutes) then add it to the sauce in the pan. Toss in the pan and serve warm. You could grate some Reggiano, but that's gilding the lily, frankly.