EGGPLANT POMODORO PASTA

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Diced eggplaant turns tender and tasty sautéed with garlic and olive oil. It is best served over angel hair pasta; however, any type of pasta will work.;) Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or Feta and a mixed green salad with a bottle of cold Chianti ;).Printed from: recipeland.com -- 49740 1996-2009 & EatingWel.com -- 7674, July/August 2009. Also, weightwatchers.com. Let your garden dictate the vegetables for this recipe -sliced zuchini, yellow squash or red onion -- can be substituted for the eggplant. Also red peppers are a good choice :) Had trouble posting the quanities for scallions, spring onions or green onions - it is 1/3 cup or 2 2/3 oz.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 bowla

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, about 1 medium
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/3 cup spring onions, sliced on a bias or 1/3 cup green onion
1/3 cup chopped pitted green olives
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons capers, rinsed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 ounces whole wheat pasta, angel hair
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves or 1/4 cup basil leaves, freshly chopped

Steps:

  • Put a pot of water on to boil.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes, olives, vinegar, capers, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper (if using) and cook, stirring, until the tomatoes begin to break down, 5-7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling water until just tender, about 6 minutes or according to package directions.
  • Drain and divide the pasta among 6 shallow bowls.
  • Spoon the sauce over the pasta and sprinkle with parsley (or basil) on top.
  • Enjoy!.

FunnY ShOt
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Lwanga Timothy
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Toxx Synn
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I would recommend this dish to someone who is looking for a healthy and flavorful pasta dish.


Fahim Foisal
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Tayebwa Just us
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler dishes.


Naim Hossin
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The eggplant was a bit too oily for my taste.


Jiralal Sah
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.


Immaculate Mudzinge
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Jibon Madbar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Masoom Shahzada
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I used a combination of fresh and canned tomatoes and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Samuel Cross
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This eggplant pomodoro pasta was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and delicious. I loved the combination of the eggplant and the tomatoes. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be makin


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