Indulge in the rustic charm of Eggplant Pasta, where tender eggplant meets a vibrant tomato sauce, creating a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight supper.
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Recipe View In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Recipe View Add the cubed eggplant to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is softened and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Recipe View Pour in the chopped plum tomatoes along with their juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Recipe View While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package directions, until al dente, about 11-13 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Recipe View Drain the pasta well and add it to the skillet with the eggplant tomato sauce. Toss to combine, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Mathew Weber
Mar 21, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was fantastic!
Ricardo Strosin
Mar 10, 2025Great base recipe that's easy to customize with other veggies. I added zucchini and bell peppers.
Haylie Cormier
Oct 18, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so simple but tastes amazing.
Gillian Labadie
Sep 10, 2024The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce had so much flavor. My family loved it!