Tanya and Joe Bastianich are no strangers to great-tasting Italian cooking, yet they are still faced with the question of enjoying the pasta they crave in a healthy and satisfying way. The recipes in this book are each under 500 calories per serving, and show ways to make pasta an integral part of a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle, even if you're gluten-free. You'll discover what different grains mean to your diet, how to pair particular grains with sauces, why better-quality pasta is healthier for you, the health benefits of cooking pasta al dente, and how to reduce fat and calories in your sauces.