SPAGHETTI WITH SPICY EGGPLANT
Cristina Ceccatelli Cook grew up in Tuscany, but after falling in love with an American, she moved to Sun Valley, Idaho, where she opened Cristina's Restaurant 15 years ago. She re-creates the restaurant's classic Italian dishes in Cristina's Tuscan Table, her second cookbook. This is a quote which she wrote in the book - "no man is lonely while eating spaghetti - it requires too much attention." :)
Provided by Manami
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- SPAGHETTI AND SPICY EGGPLANT:.
- Place eggplant in colander, sprinkle with salt, and let rest for one hour.
- Pat eggplant dry. In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup olive oil on high.
- Add in one layer of eggplant and cook until crispy on one side; do not stir.
- Turn to crisp other side.
- Eggplant will shrink and crisp.
- Repeat until all the eggplant is crispy.
- In a wide pot, heat 1/4 cup olive oil, add diced tomatoes and peppers, and cook on high, stirring, for about 3 minutes.
- Lower heat, add garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Add eggplant and Salsa Rossa, and cook, stirring gently a couple of times.
- Add basil Italian seasoning (if using), red pepper flakes, oregano, and parsley.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.
- Drain, reserving 2 cups cooking water.
- Add pasta to sauce and cook over high heat 2 to 3 minutes, adding a little pasta water if needed to keep everything juicy.
- Serve with shaved Parmigiano, a nice salad and why not some chianti?.
- SALSA ROSSA:.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet.
- Add tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper flakes, and sauté until tomatoes are soft.
- Stir in fresh basil, and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Puree or leave chunky.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 852.6, Fat 53.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Sodium 1700.9, Carbohydrate 82.5, Fiber 13, Sugar 13.5, Protein 15.4
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Haji Ishtiaq
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was starting to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommen
Zahid hasan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your pasta routine. I'm always looking for new and interesting pasta dishes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definite
faith bates
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner. I made it for my husband on our anniversary and he loved it! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a dis
Sujat Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends. I made it for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a
Tayyab Qurashi
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a party. I made it for a party of 10 people and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and impressive pasta dish.
Mr. Boss Made Von
[email protected]I made this recipe with my kids and they loved it! They helped me chop the eggplant and stir the sauce. It was a great way to get them involved in the cooking process. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would defini
Billie Guzman
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was starting to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommen
Shani Studio
[email protected]I made this recipe with gluten-free spaghetti and it turned out great! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a gluten-free pasta dish.
Barbara Hany
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pasta.
Kiarah Horne
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive pasta dish.
Ritalia Shirks
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too oily for my taste. I would recommend using less olive oil next time. Other than that, the dish was delicious!
Joseph Wabwire
[email protected]I didn't have any fresh basil on hand, so I used dried basil instead. It still turned out great! The dried basil added a nice earthy flavor to the sauce. I would definitely recommend using dried basil if you don't have any fresh basil on hand.
Zain Bhatti
[email protected]I used whole wheat spaghetti instead of regular spaghetti and it worked out great! The whole wheat spaghetti held up well to the sauce and didn't get mushy. I would definitely recommend using whole wheat spaghetti if you're looking for a healthier op
Andiswa Msindiswa
[email protected]I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce and it was amazing! The sweetness of the tomatoes balanced out the spiciness of the chili flakes perfectly. I would definitely recommend trying this variation.
Keira Newman
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the extra sauce. Yum!
Teketel Worku
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! He said it was the best pasta dish he's ever had. I would recommend using less chili flakes if you don't like spicy food.
Mugho
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and had a wonderful smoky flavor. The sauce was also delicious, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again!
nadeem ariefdien
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the spaghetti was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for
Usama Baloch
[email protected]This dish was incredibly flavorful and satisfying! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and had a wonderful smoky flavor. The combination of spices and herbs created a delicious and complex sauce. I will definitely be making this again!