MARIO'S EGGPLANT RAGU

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound eggplant, peeled and cut across in 1/4 -inch slices
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound red bell peppers, cut lengthwise in 1/8-inch strips
6 cloves garlic, sliced thin
2 1/4 pounds plum tomatoes, diced
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
12 large leaves basil, shredded

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the eggplant with 1 tablespoon salt and drain in a colander for 30 minutes. Rinse, pat dry and cut in 1/4-inch dice.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over high heat. Add the eggplant, peppers and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Lower the heat to medium and cover. Cook for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes and cook, uncovered, stirring, for 5 minutes. Season with 1 tablespoon salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the basil and let sit for 5 minutes before serving with pasta or polenta.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 396, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 840 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

Zebi Mangat
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I made this recipe for my vegetarian friends, and they loved it.


Galaletsang Molokwane
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This recipe is a great way to sneak vegetables into your kids' diet.


Matthews Kids
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I love the addition of ricotta cheese to this recipe.


Sk Sadnan
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit.


FRESH KID Alexander todorov
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant.


Faisal Arfan
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I love the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and basil in this dish.


Safia Makule
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Adrian Badea
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I made this recipe for my vegetarian friends, and they loved it.


Binay Chaudhary
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This recipe is a great way to sneak vegetables into your kids' diet.


Kate Bbadeie
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I love the addition of ricotta cheese to this recipe. It adds a creamy richness that takes the dish to the next level.


Von Royalking
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The eggplant ragu is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served over pasta, rice, or even grilled vegetables.


Miss Wish
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer eggplant.


Irfan Bloch
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the eggplant ragu, and they all asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Nagham Ahmad
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant. My kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce, and they ate the eggplant without even realizing it.


Rajib Tamang
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I made this recipe for my family, and they all loved it. The eggplant ragu was flavorful and hearty, and it was perfect served over pasta. I will definitely be making this again.


Nhlanhla Ntshingila
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is worth the effort. The eggplant ragu is delicious, and it is a great dish to serve at a dinner party.


Abdur Nur
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I'm not a huge eggplant fan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


md ariyan Khan
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was starting to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up. The ragu turned out great, and I will definitely be making it again.


Jordan Hoare
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The eggplant ragu is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta cheese.


Joan Priester
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This eggplant ragu is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The eggplant is cooked until it is soft and tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with my family.