PENNE ALLA NORMA

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This classic Sicilian pasta dish combines eggplant, tomatoes, and basil. Put a dollop of ricotta cheese on each plate to stir in for a creamy consistency.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound penne rigate
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 large eggplant, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup torn fresh basil, plus more for garnish
3/4 cup ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain pasta; return to pot.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add eggplant to skillet; season generously with salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until eggplant begins to release juices, about 5 minutes. Uncover; cook, stirring, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes (if bottom of pan browns too much, add a few tablespoons water, and scrape with spoon).
  • Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1/4 cup water to skillet; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Toss sauce and basil with pasta; gently reheat if necessary. Top each serving with a spoonful of ricotta, and garnish with more basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 15 g

Soko Thelma
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


HUSSAM DOHA
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Thomas R
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I also like to add a little bit of chopped basil to the sauce for extra flavor.


Alisa Yang
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This is a classic Italian dish that is always a hit. I love the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata. It's a perfect meal for a special occasion.


shamshad rana
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I also like to add a little bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little bit of heat.


dragon slayer
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Aman Fariss
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of garlic to the sauce for extra flavor.


M Arman
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I'm not a fan of eggplant, but I love this dish. The eggplant is cooked so well that it's almost like a creamy sauce. I highly recommend this recipe.


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This is a classic Italian dish that is always a hit. I love the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata. It's a perfect meal for a special occasion.


Jezarah Styman
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I also like to add a little bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little bit of heat.


Cabbo Hassan
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Pakistan News
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I love this dish. The eggplant is cooked so well that it's almost like a creamy sauce. I highly recommend this recipe.


Malik Haseb
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of garlic to the sauce for extra flavor.


Domi Igho
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


hebaaa Said
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Penne alla Norma is a classic Italian dish that is simple to make and always delicious. I love the combination of eggplant, tomatoes, and ricotta salata. It's a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner.


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