ZITI WITH SICILIAN-STYLE TOMATO SAUCE

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Make and share this Ziti With Sicilian-Style Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sassy J

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large garlic clove, pressed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon capers, drained
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 lb ziti pasta
freshly grated pecorino romano cheese or parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the bell pepper and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, tomatoes, capers, and salt and black pepper to taste, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to reduce slightly and the flavors.
  • Add the basil and keep warm over low heat.
  • Cook the ziti i a large pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, until it is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  • When the pasta is cooked, drain it and place in a shallow serving bowl.
  • Add the sauce, sprinkle with grated cheese, and toss gently.
  • Serve immediately.

Switt Marco
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I also added some cooked ground beef to the sauce, which made it even more hearty. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again.


Pat Bowe
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OMG! This dish is amazing! The sauce is so flavorful and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables to the sauce, like zucchini and bell pepper, and it turned out even better. Will definitely be making this again.


King Hardy
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This recipe is a winner! The sauce is delicious and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Schylar Widzon
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I also added some Italian sausage to the sauce, which gave it an extra boost of flavor. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again.


H boy Neh
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I love this recipe! The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I always add a little bit of red pepper flakes to give it a little kick. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again and again.


Hager Abdo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Soyama Maxhobi
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I also added some cooked ground beef to the sauce, which made it even more hearty. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again.


Testimony Mickey
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I made this dish last night and it was a huge success! The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables to the sauce, like zucchini and bell pepper, and it turned out even better. Will definitely be making thi


Wandile Leon Helebe
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This recipe is a winner! The sauce is delicious and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Urmi Aktar
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I also added some Italian sausage to the sauce, which gave it an extra boost of flavor. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again.


Hamid Fahim
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I love this recipe! The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I always add a little bit of red pepper flakes to give it a little kick. This is a dish that I will definitely be making again and again.


Samekoms Trading
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Marwa Jehan
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I'm not usually a fan of ziti, but this dish changed my mind. The sauce is so flavorful and the cheese melted perfectly. The pasta was cooked al dente, which was perfect for this dish. I'll definitely be making this again!


SMSM Mohamed
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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the ziti is cooked perfectly. I added a few extra vegetables to the sauce, like zucchini and bell pepper, and it turned out even better. Will definitely be making this again.


Amjad Jani
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is so easy to make, and the flavor is incredible. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Jackson Byers
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This Sicilian-style tomato sauce is the perfect combination of fresh, tangy, and savory. The ziti cooked to perfection, and the sauce was so flavorful it coated every noodle. It's a dish that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy.