EGGPLANT AND CREAM ON PASTA

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons pink peppercorns
2 teaspoons green peppercorns
1 teaspoon white peppercorns
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 cup nonfat cottage cheese
5 ounces evaporated skim milk
1/4 cup nonfat cream cheese
2 cups peeled diced eggplant
2 cups diced onions
2 cups quartered fresh mushrooms
2 cups apple juice
1 cup chicken stock
3 cups cooked penne or other tubular pasta

Steps:

  • To make the seasoning mix, combine the peppercorns, dry mustard, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, basil leaves and white pepper in a small bowl and set aside. Combine the cottage cheese, skim milk and cream cheese in a blender and process until smooth. Set aside. Heat a heavy 10-inch skillet, preferably nonstick, over high heat for about four minutes.
  • Combine 1 cup of the eggplant, 1 cup of the onions, 1 cup of the mushrooms, and 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mix in the skillet. Stir and cook for two to three minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of the apple juice and cook, scraping the bottom occasionally, until all the liquid evaporates and a glaze forms, about 15 minutes. Add the remaining apple juice, scrape the bottom of the skillet, and add the chicken stock, and the remaining eggplant, onions, mushrooms and seasoning mix. Stir, bring to a boil, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and whisk the cottage cheese mixture into the sauce until blended. Add drained pasta, toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 524, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 890 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams

Iqra Waheed
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was surprisingly good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Murtaza Khanjiwala
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Altaf hassan
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This dish was not very good. The eggplant was mushy and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Caden Farruggia
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I thought this dish was pretty good. The eggplant was cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I think I would have preferred it if the eggplant had been a bit more tender.


Maggie Tapia
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. The chili flakes really overpowered the other flavors. I think I would have preferred a milder sauce.


Rylee Chase
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I thought this dish was just okay. The eggplant was a bit tough and the sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more savory sauce.


Jam Shahbaz
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming for my taste. It took me over an hour to make, and I'm not sure it was worth the effort. I think I would have preferred a quicker and easier recipe.


Gloria Nakasanya
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. There were too many steps and ingredients involved. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


Deborah McGeever
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I made this dish for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and rich. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dish to


Muriel Gordon
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the fresh basil. I will definitely be making this again.


Admir Osmani
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The eggplant didn't have much flavor and the sauce was a bit too watery. I think I would have preferred it if the eggplant had been marinated in some herbs and spices before cooking.


Carol Barnes
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This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. The sauce was very rich and the eggplant was a bit greasy. I think I would have preferred it if the eggplant had been roasted instead of fried.


The effy one
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The eggplant is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and rich. I usually add a bit of extra garlic and chili flakes to give it a little kick.


billy higgins
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new pasta dish to try.


BB amin Arafat
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish was surprisingly good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Izala Martins
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The kids loved the creamy sauce and the eggplant added a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making this again.


Raja Dawar
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This eggplant and cream pasta was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was simply perfect. The eggplant was soft and tender, the sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked al dente. I highly recommend this reci