PENNE ALLA NORMA
This classic Sicilian pasta dish combines eggplant, tomatoes, and basil. Put a dollop of ricotta cheese on each plate to stir in for a creamy consistency.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain pasta; return to pot.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add eggplant to skillet; season generously with salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until eggplant begins to release juices, about 5 minutes. Uncover; cook, stirring, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes (if bottom of pan browns too much, add a few tablespoons water, and scrape with spoon).
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1/4 cup water to skillet; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Toss sauce and basil with pasta; gently reheat if necessary. Top each serving with a spoonful of ricotta, and garnish with more basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 15 g
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Faith Gonzalez
[email protected]This dish is a great option for a vegetarian meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients.
Thandeka Fihlani
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the eggplant in this dish.
Robert Stewart
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.
Joel Stuart
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Dibyendu Sarkar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a delicious and healthy meal.
Raju Europ Ala
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant is so creamy and delicious.
Sanskaar Dahal
[email protected]This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it.
Mokoena Tlokana
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta cheese.
Md Kaiser
[email protected]The flavors in this dish are incredible. The eggplant is perfectly cooked, and the sauce is so rich and flavorful.
Q boy Ahmad
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Emad Unauthorized
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The eggplant is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is the perfect vessel for the sauce.
TIDIANE KALOBO
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the pasta was cooked to perfection.