Start the sentence with an independent clause. An independent clause works as a complete sentence.
Add a colon after the independent clause and follow with the list. Do not put a preposition or a verb between the clause and the list. For example, "Lasagna recipes need the following: noodles, meat, cheese, pasta sauce, peppers, onion and garlic." The "follow" usually requires a colon if it precedes a list.
Use commas between all the items on the list except between the last two. Use "and" to complete the list.