LINGUINE WITH EGGPLANT

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Categories     Cheese     Onion     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Eggplant     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups chopped onion (2 medium)
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic (2 cloves)
2 (14-oz) cans diced tomatoes in juice
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 lb dried linguine
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 oz finely grated Pecorino Romano (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until beginning to smoke, then add eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender, about 10minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Add onion, garlic, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes (including juice), oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes and simmer, uncovered, until sauce is thickened and most of liquid is evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  • While tomato sauce is simmering, cook linguine in a 6- to 8-quart pot of until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander and return to pot. Add tomato sauce and toss to coat, then add eggplant, parsley, and some reserved cooking water if necessary (to thin sauce) and gently toss. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a bowl. Sprinkle with some of cheese and serve remainder on the side.

Robert Harris
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


amanda thrill
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Umme
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of pasta and it was the perfect meal.


Islam Alabd
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Namemo Memo
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Joseph Mulusa
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


GENE THE MEAN
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of pasta and it was the perfect meal.


Prosper Ossai
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Apurbo Sarker
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


adryan lsanjos
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Haider Roy
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of pasta and it was the perfect meal.


Kim Rutkoski (Kimmi)
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ged Hogan
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Minho Shinee
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


bello olasunkanmi
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Andrew Marshall
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathan Williamson
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This recipe is a keeper! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


kelly triza
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I followed the recipe to a T and the dish turned out amazing! The eggplant was so flavorful and the sauce was rich and creamy. My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.


Dawit Wdeneh
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This linguine with eggplant dish was a delightful culinary experience. The combination of flavors and textures was exquisite. The eggplant was cooked to perfection, maintaining its tender texture while absorbing the savory flavors of the sauce. The l


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