RIGATONI WITH ITALIAN EGGPLANT

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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h12m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups Italian eggplant, diced to 1/2-inch pieces
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, undrained
2/3 cup red wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 pound dry rigatoni
Grated Romano cheese, to finish

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 3 quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic. Cook, stirring until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the eggplant and cook. Continue stirring until softened, about 3 more minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, with liquid, breaking them up with the back of spoon. Stir in wine, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • Bring large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta until al dente; drain. Toss pasta with sauce in pan over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Serve on a large platter and top with grated Romano cheese.

Samin khan
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This dish is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Naseer Ahmed
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Tristen Tedrick
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a hit.


TheDarkCKnight
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friend and she loved it. It's a great meatless meal that's still packed with flavor.


Jan G
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect for people who like spicy food.


Indrani Athapaththu
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Mahran Khan
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Joe Nodine
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.


Sanak Boy
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Ayoush Halak
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I added some chopped spinach to this dish and it was delicious. It's a great way to get some extra vegetables into your meal.


Fan de kim Fan de kim
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I made this dish with whole wheat rigatoni and it turned out great. It's a healthy and delicious meal.


Brenda Brown
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I found this recipe to be a bit too oily. I think it would be better with less olive oil.


Camron Boykin
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This dish was a disappointment. The eggplant was tough and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


sk mirajul
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Airsoft Chameleon
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of the eggplant and the tomato sauce.


Kimberly Gray
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The rigatoni was cooked perfectly and the eggplant was delicious.


Moses T Collier Jr
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This dish was a hit with my family! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.