PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, EGGPLANT AND BASIL

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Categories     Dairy     Herb     Pasta     Pork     Sauté     Basil     Sausage     Eggplant     Spring     Family Reunion     Potluck     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon salt
7 tablespoons olive oil
1 3/4 pounds spicy Italian sausages, casings removed, meat shaped into 1 1/4-inch meatballs (about 46)
1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 serrano chilies, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
1 1/4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2/3 cup whipping cream
1 pound cavatapi or penne pasta
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (lightly packed) fresh basil leaves, torn into 1/2-inch pieces
2/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Toss eggplant with 1 tablespoon salt in large colander. Place over bowl and let stand 30 minutes.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add eggplant; saut until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook meatballs until brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer meatballs to paper-towel-lined plate. Wipe out skillet.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, garlic and chilies; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add meatballs, broth and cream. Simmer until meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant and simmer 1 minute.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Transfer to large bowl.
  • Toss pasta with sauce and 1 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix in basil and pine nuts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve pasta, passing additional Parmesan cheese separately.

Mf Rifat
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Habibur Habibur
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This pasta dish was delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sausage and basil added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ethio Agerigna
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I love this pasta dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic and red pepper flakes. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant.


Solomon Hammond
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The sausage and eggplant are a great combination, and the basil adds a nice fresh flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Johnny Saffel
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I made this dish last night and it was so good! The flavors were amazing and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Animashaun Opeyemi
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant. It's also a great meal for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Dragnuv
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I love this pasta dish! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a little bit of extra cheese and red pepper flakes. My family loves it too.


Bialmalik Malik
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The eggplant was crispy and the sausage was flavorful. The basil added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasolo Eudia
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Tshepang Wesley
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This pasta dish was delicious! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sausage and basil added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Kaisar
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I love this pasta dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic and red pepper flakes. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant.


Siyana Woodward
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The sausage and eggplant are a great combination, and the basil adds a nice fresh flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


MD fahim bro
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I made this dish last night and it was so good! The flavors were amazing and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Beverley meins
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover sausage and eggplant. It's also a great meal for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kamran Javed
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a little bit of red pepper flakes for some extra heat. My family loves it too.


Tatenda Mboko
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I used Italian sausage and it gave the pasta a nice spicy kick. The eggplant was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kirrabrenda Fohtung
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked to perfection and had a delicious smoky flavor. The sausage and basil added a nice touch as well.


Yousaf Lilla
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The sausage, eggplant, and basil came together perfectly. I especially loved the crispy edges of the eggplant. Will definitely be making this again.