BAKED PENNE WITH LAMB RAGU
Steps:
- Place eggplant in colander, toss with 2 Tbs. salt. Top with plate and heavy can, drain for 40 min. Rinse and pat dry. Preheat oven to 400. Stir eggplant and 2 Tbs. olive oil, divide between 2 rimmed baking sheets. Roast until soft and golden, about 15 min. Sprinkle with salt, set aside. Leave oven on. In a large saucepan over medium heat, add 3 Tbs. olive oil, onion, garlic, rosemary, parsley and sauté until the onion is tender, about 5 min. Add lamb and sauté until still a little pink on the inside, about 12 min. Drain fat, return to medium heat. Add wine, simmer until evaporated. Add tomato paste, tomatoes, juices, season with salt/pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, adding broth to prevent from drying out. Remove from heat. Béchamel sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, warm milk until small bubbles appear around pan edges, remove from heat. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add flour, stir vigorously with wooden spoon to remove lumps and cook, stirring continuously, until aromatic but not brown, about 2 min. Let cool for 3 to 4 min. Return to low heat and slowly drizzle in milk, whisking constantly. Increase heat to medium, boil, whisking constantly, making sure to reach bottom and sides of pan. Reduce heat to medium-low, add nutmeg and salt, simmer, whisking often, until the sauce coats the back of wooden spoon, about 5 min. Remove from heat and stir in all but 3 Tbs. cheese. Cover, set aside. Prepare pasta using package directions until half-cooked. Drain, rinse, return to pot. Add béchamel, stir, set aside. Oil 9x13 dish. Add 1/3 lamb sauce, layer with half of pasta and half of eggplant. Top with half of remaining sauce. Layer remaining pasta and eggplant, top with remaining sauce. Scatter reserved cheese on top. Cover dish with foil, bake for 20 min. Uncover and bake until the surface is browned and bubbling, about 5 min. Let stand for 10-15 min.
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[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Niyonkuru Fulgence
[email protected]This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a hit.
Rana Arbaz
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The ragu was rich and flavorful and the penne was cooked perfectly.
Nkalubo Henryvick
[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.
nna isreal
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
aamir pervaiz
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. The ragu was hearty and flavorful and the penne was a nice addition.
Hasib rayhan
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth the effort. The lamb ragu was incredibly flavorful and the penne was cooked perfectly.
Raja Honey
[email protected]I'm always looking for new lamb recipes and this one did not disappoint. The ragu was delicious and the penne was cooked to perfection.
Bernardo Cornejo
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.
Nadim Proden
[email protected]I'm not a fan of lamb, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The ragu was rich and flavorful and the penne was cooked perfectly.
Jovid Nekruz
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
malik moazan
[email protected]I love the combination of lamb and penne in this dish. The flavors are so well-balanced.
Hamaad Malik
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Shadae Morrison
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The ragu was rich and flavorful and the penne was cooked perfectly.
Puchangy
[email protected]I didn't have any lamb on hand, so I used beef instead. The dish still turned out great!
Abiral Bishokarma
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the end result was worth it.
Jahanzaib Javed
[email protected]The lamb ragu was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the penne was cooked perfectly.
Mirza Saadi
[email protected]This was my first time making lamb ragu and it was surprisingly easy. The flavors were amazing and the dish was a big hit with my guests.
Joseph Adah
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for friends and family and they all rave about it.
matlhomola morake
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The lamb ragu was so flavorful and the penne was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.