Best 9 Eggplant And Beef Pasta Sauce Recipes

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Eggplant and beef pasta sauce is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the savory flavors of eggplant, beef, and a rich tomato sauce. With its tender texture and a robust flavor profile, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect eggplant and beef pasta sauce. We'll cover everything from selecting the best ingredients to step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your dish turns out perfect. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones delighted.

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EGGPLANT-BEEF PASTA BAKE



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Eggplant-Beef Pasta Bake

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cup peeled (if desired) and chopped eggplant
8 ounce extra-lean ground beef
0.5 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 14.5 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 8 ounce can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper
8 ounce dried multigrain penne pasta
0.5 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add eggplant; cook until tender, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet. Add ground beef, onion, and garlic to skillet. Cook until meat is brown, using a wooden spoon to break up meat as it cooks. Drain off fat. Stir in eggplant, tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper. Spread mixture in a shallow baking pan to cool quickly.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Stir pasta into meat mixture.
  • Line a 2-quart baking dish or 8x8x1 3/4-inch square disposable foil pan with a triple layer of plastic wrap, extending the wrap to one side so there is enough to cover when folded back over dish. Transfer meat mixture to the prepared baking dish. Fold plastic wrap over food, then wrap dish completely in foil. Freeze for up to 4 months
  • To serve, remove foil from baking dish. Lift frozen food out of dish and remove plastic wrap; return food to dish. Cover with foil and thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake, covered, about 75 minutes or until heated though (165°F), stirring mixture once halfway through baking. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

EGGPLANT BOLOGNESE



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Italian recipes are my favorite especially when eggplant is included. This is a hearty bolognese and a paleo recipe that is prepared in one pot! You can add any of your favorite vegetables such as peppers or zucchini. You serve over spaghetti squash, zucchini noodles, or your favorite pasta! Enjoy!

Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ cup olive oil, divided
3 links pork sausage, casings removed
½ pound ground beef
2 pounds eggplant, peeled and chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; cook pork sausage, breaking it onto smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Pour remaining olive oil over sausage mixture; add eggplant, onion, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add mushrooms and continuing cooking until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, parsley, oregano, and basil into sausage mixture; bring to a boil. Cover Dutch oven, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 839.6 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

EGGPLANT AND BEEF STIR-FRY



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Beef     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Eggplant     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 fresh red or green Thai chiles, thinly sliced crosswise, divided
1 1" piece ginger, peeled, cut into matchstick-size pieces
1 tablespoon fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
1/4 teaspoon sugar
5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 pound baby or Asian eggplant, sliced into 1/4" rounds
1/2 pound beef eye round, cut into thin strips
Softened rice vermicelli noodles or steamed brown rice
Ingredient info: Fish sauce can be found in the Asian foods section of most supermarkets, at some specialty foods stores, and at Asian markets.

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons mint, soy sauce, 1 chile, half of ginger, fish sauce, lime juice, 1 teaspoon garlic, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. Set dressing aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Working in 2 batches and adding 2 tablespoons oil between batches, cook eggplant until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer eggplant slices to a medium bowl. Pour half of dressing over eggplant and toss to coat evenly. Set remaining dressing aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining chile, ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic, and beef and cook, turning beef once, until nicely seared and medium-rare, about 3 minutes total. Add eggplant mixture (with liquid) to skillet and toss to mix well.
  • Divide noodles or rice among bowls. Spoon stir-fry over. Drizzle reserved dressing over stir-fry and garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons chopped mint.

EGGPLANT ZUCCHINI BOLOGNESE



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I roast the veggies while the pasta cooks, making this a quick dish. This meal in one blends rustic comfort with fresh flavors. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon brown sugar
8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, squash, onion, oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato puree, Italian seasoning and brown sugar. , Drain pasta; stir in tomato mixture and roasted vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

PASTA WITH EGGPLANT SAUCE



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This was my mother's recipe and is a nice way to incorporate eggplant into a meal. The thick, chunky sauce is splendid. I like to have it with a glass of red wine, crusty Italian bread and a tossed salad.-Jean Lawrence, Rochester, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up
1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
1 can (6 ounces) Italian tomato paste
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound thin spaghetti
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the eggplant, onion, parsley and garlic in oil until tender. , Stir in the tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, mushrooms, sugar, oregano and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Serve with sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BEEF AND EGGPLANT SAUCE FOR PASTA



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This eggplant sauce is my family's favorite. I had a bumper crop of eggplant so have made up my own recipes using eggplant. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Provided by recipeaholic

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 44m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

olive oil, divided
2 small eggplants, diced with skin
1 large red onion, chopped
1 (5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained, or to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
6 Roma tomatoes, sliced
2 pounds ground beef
2 cups pasta sauce (such as Hunt's® Traditional)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can pizza sauce
¼ cup white sugar, or more to taste
1 (1.5 ounce) envelope dry spaghetti sauce mix
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute eggplants, red onion, mushrooms, and garlic until softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute tomatoes until juicy and tender, about 6 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to the pot.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in the same skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the pot; add pasta sauce, tomato sauce, pizza sauce, sugar, spaghetti sauce mix, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer until flavors are well blended, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 706 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

EGGPLANT AND BEEF PASTA SAUCE



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I devised this combination originally to be put on top of Rice, but it actually is a lot better on pasta, especially potato Gnocchi.

Provided by Kira5029

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

450 g eggplants
500 g beef mince
6 garlic cloves
6 small red chilies
2 canned tomatoes
1 onion
100 ml red wine
mushroom
Tabasco sauce
salt
pepper
dry oregano
butter
olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut Eggplant into pieces and soak in salted water for about 20 minutes. Take out and dry.
  • Slowly melt butter and olive oil together in a large pan, make sure not Add the finely chopped chili and garlic and simmer on a low heat for a few minutes.
  • Add the chopped onion - cook on low for a few minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms, make sure there is enough oil.
  • Add the eggplant and leave to cook until the eggplant is soft.
  • In the meantime cook the beef mince in a separate pan, if you want a stronger garlic flavour, add some crushed garlic to this as well.
  • Add one tin of tomatoes to the Beef Mince, and one to the Eggplant, let it cook for a few minutes, then put a splash of red wine in the Eggplant. (This doesn't really matter how you want to do it, because the next step is putting the mince in the eggplant pan anyway!).
  • Add the beef mince to the other pan.
  • Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Add some dry oregano to the sauce, salt, pepper and some Tabasco sauce. Only add as much Tabasco sauce as you think you can handle, but you should put in some because it does make a difference to the sauce.
  • If the sauce is looking a bit watery, add some more butter at different stages in the cooking process.
  • Serve over pasta (Try it over Gnocchi!) and put some grated Parmesan cheese on top. Season to your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.6, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 88.8, Sodium 164.5, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 8.3, Protein 24.6

EGGPLANT PASTA SAUCE



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From: "The Vegetarian Epicure" by Anna Thomas, first edition 1972. This book was a real find!

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 quarts, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil (original has 1/2 cup!)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium eggplant, unpeeled and chopped (about 1 lb.)
2 medium green bell peppers, seeded and diced
3 cups tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup black olives, sliced
4 tablespoons capers, rinsed
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2-1 teaspoon dried basil
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, lots to taste
12 ounces tomato paste
2 cups dry white wine or 2 cups vegetable broth, more if needed

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium-low heat in a large skillet. Add garlic.
  • Add eggplant and bell peppers and toss.
  • Stir in tomatoes, olives and capers.
  • Add remaining ingredients, stir and cover.
  • Turn heat down to very low and allow sauce to gently simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally to keep it from scorching, add more wine or water if it gets to thick.

PASTA WITH EGGPLANT SAUCE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large or three small eggplants
Coarse salt
Flour for dredging
1 1/2 to two 2 cups peanut or safflower oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 pound tortiglioni
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
Freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the eggplant in slices one-quarter-inch thick. Place slices in layers in a colander, salting as you go. Leave for one hour. Wipe the eggplant dry with paper towels.
  • Dredge the slices lightly with flour. Heat the oil in a large skillet and fry the eggplant a few slices at a time until golden on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Prepare the sauce. Using one-quarter cup of the oil you have used for the eggplant, sautee the onion until soft. Add the meat, oregano, cinnamon, salt and pepper, tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook for one hour, covered.
  • Cut eggplant into strips.
  • Cook the pasta in five quarts boiling water, until al dente.
  • Place the pasta in a heated serving dish. Add the sauce and arrange the eggplant on top. Sprinkle with the basil and serve. Pass the cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 941, UnsaturatedFat 53 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 889 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked eggplant or roasted eggplant from the store.
  • If you don't have any white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  • If you like a spicy sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced chili pepper.
  • Serve over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, penne, or rigatoni.

Conclusion:

Eggplant and beef pasta sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served over pasta, rice, or vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover eggplant and ground beef. With its rich and flavorful tomato sauce, tender eggplant, and savory ground beef, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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