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Pasta Alla Norma

Pasta Alla Norma

Experience the vibrant flavors of Pasta Alla Norma, a classic Italian dish featuring caramelized eggplant, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic garlic.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz short pasta penne or rigatoni works best
  • 1 medium eggplant cubed and salted
  • 2 cups fresh tomatoes or 1 can (14 oz) San Marzano tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

  1. Prep the Eggplant: Sprinkle the cubed eggplant with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry before cooking.
  2. Sauté the Eggplant: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the salted eggplant and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add fresh tomatoes (or canned San Marzano) along with red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Cook the short pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving a little pasta water before draining.
  5. Combine: Combine the pasta with the sauce and sautéed eggplant, using reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Plate your Pasta Alla Norma topped with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to salt the eggplant and let it sit for at least 30 minutes before cooking for optimal flavor.

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