EGGPLANT BOLOGNESE

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Mike Ugliarolo of Scarsdale, New York sends us this family-friendly dinner-pasta and bolognese-with sauteed eggplant, pepper, onion, and zucchini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 tablespoons olive oil
1 large eggplant (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed), finely chopped
1 zucchini (about 8 ounces), quartered lengthwise, sliced 1/4-inch-thick crosswise
1 garlic clove, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound ground beef chuck
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 pound rigatoni or other short tubular pasta
Parmesan cheese, shaved (optional)

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or large (5-quart) saucepan with a lid, heat 6 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add eggplant; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pan; reduce heat to medium. Add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Add beef; cook, stirring and breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, add tomatoes, oregano, and eggplant to beef-vegetable mixture; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thick and eggplant is tender, about 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain; serve topped with sauce and, if desired, Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 21 g

Ayden John
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious and healthy. I love eggplant and I'm always looking for new ways to cook it.


zariyah pitt
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable. I love that it uses eggplant, which is a healthy and versatile vegetable. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Dubai Munna Comedy
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I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but it was really good in this dish. The sauce was also very flavorful. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Bimal Karki
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This is a delicious and healthy recipe. I love that it's made with eggplant, which is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet. The sauce is also very flavorful. I served it over spaghetti squash and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


mathu mathusan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it over spaghetti or zucchini noodles. The sauce is also great for freezing, so I often make a big batch and freeze it for later.


Alona Jones
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some leftover from making baba ganoush and I didn't know what to do with it. This recipe was the perfect solution. The eggplant bolognese is delicious and easy to make. I served it over sp


Arafat Sumon (is King)
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to cook vegetables. This eggplant bolognese is a great example. It's hearty and satisfying, and the eggplant adds a nice smoky flavor to the sauce. I served it over pasta and i


Miriam Matondo
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable. I love that it uses eggplant, which is a healthy and versatile vegetable. The sauce is also very flavorful. I served it over spaghetti and it was


Rondon Samuel
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I was looking for a vegetarian bolognese recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The eggplant and mushrooms add a really nice texture and flavor to the sauce. It's also very easy to make. I served it over pasta and it was a delicio


Salim Kawalya
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This eggplant bolognese is a delicious and healthy twist on the classic dish. I love that it's made with eggplant, which adds a nice smoky flavor. The sauce is also very flavorful and satisfying. I served it over spaghetti squash and it was a hit wit


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