PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, EGGPLANT AND BASIL

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Categories     Dairy     Herb     Pasta     Pork     Sauté     Basil     Sausage     Eggplant     Spring     Family Reunion     Potluck     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon salt
7 tablespoons olive oil
1 3/4 pounds spicy Italian sausages, casings removed, meat shaped into 1 1/4-inch meatballs (about 46)
1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 serrano chilies, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
1 1/4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2/3 cup whipping cream
1 pound cavatapi or penne pasta
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (lightly packed) fresh basil leaves, torn into 1/2-inch pieces
2/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Toss eggplant with 1 tablespoon salt in large colander. Place over bowl and let stand 30 minutes.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add eggplant; saut until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook meatballs until brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer meatballs to paper-towel-lined plate. Wipe out skillet.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, garlic and chilies; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add meatballs, broth and cream. Simmer until meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant and simmer 1 minute.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Transfer to large bowl.
  • Toss pasta with sauce and 1 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix in basil and pine nuts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve pasta, passing additional Parmesan cheese separately.

Scrubpool Ssapo
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant.


Raza Abdul
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This is my go-to recipe for pasta with sausage and eggplant. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


popoola adejoke
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Harun Shenol
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This pasta dish is so flavorful and satisfying. The combination of sausage, eggplant, and basil is perfect.


Hassan Sha
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant. The dish is always a hit with my family and friends.


Antonio Murphy
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This was my first time making pasta with sausage and eggplant, and it was surprisingly easy. The recipe was clear and easy to follow, and the dish turned out delicious.


Ms Sima khatun
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


SUNNY Shb
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This dish was delicious! The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the sausage added a nice savory touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Duaqueen33 Duaqueen33
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I made this pasta for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Nalubega Barbra
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The sausage and eggplant were cooked perfectly, and the basil added a fresh, flavorful touch. I will definitely be making this again.