Plants first cultivated in South and Central America were rapidly transplanted to Europe by European explorers. Modern Italian dishes, such as pizza and pasta with marinara sauce would not be possible without these plants, first cultivated in this region.

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Tomatoes, common beans, lima beans, and red peppers are all native to South and Central America and were introduced to Europe following the exploration of the Americas. These ingredients are fundamental to many Italian dishes, including pizza and pasta with marinara sauce.

Plants First Cultivated in South and Central America Were Rapidly