In Mama Galuchi’s Kitchen, the pasta dishes are made with loving care because pastas are near and dear to my roots. My dad was an ultimate pasta lover. His grandfather, Peter Marsicano, immigrated from Italy during the gold rush years and brought his love for Italian comfort food with him. Italian food traditions were represented by several generations of Marsicanos that followed. Any of us remaining cousins will tell you that pasta hits the spot just about any time, especially at family gatherings. Here are some of my favorites.