RIGATONI WITH EGGPLANT, MUSHROOMS AND GOAT CHEESE

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Delicious and hearty rigatoni, eggplant, mushrooms and goat cheese, all mixed together and served hot.

Provided by ATHOM73

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Eggplant

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1 eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
½ cup chicken broth
15 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 ounces goat cheese, cut into large chunks

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium low heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium high. Stir in mushrooms, and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the eggplant, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken broth and olives. Season with thyme, salt and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes, or until eggplant is tender. Toss with pasta and goat cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.1 calories, Carbohydrate 74.2 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Raman Zone
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


mamony emporium
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This is the best eggplant dish I've ever had!


Preye Ejoor
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Mommy
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Akwasi OPK Opoku
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Bitty H
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I'm not a vegetarian, but this dish is so good that I don't miss the meat.


Cassie Cox
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This dish is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses. It's always a hit.


Nauman fiaz
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I wasn't sure about the combination of eggplant and mushrooms, but I was pleasantly surprised. This dish is now one of my favorites.


JEFRY RICARDO
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The final dish is simply divine.


Rehan Rehan ali
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I made this dish gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta. It was just as delicious as the regular version.


Akmam Chowdhury
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids loved the creamy goat cheese sauce.


Tanvir Riya
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Loved this recipe! The eggplant and mushrooms were so flavorful.


Andrea Balsamo
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This dish is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Katlego Nkosi
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was surprisingly delicious. The goat cheese really mellowed out the eggplant flavor.


Kamihanda Tonny Daudi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant and mushrooms. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.


Shuraim Khan
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the eggplant, mushrooms, and goat cheese.


ALAYE Communications
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This dish was a hit with my family! The eggplant and mushrooms were cooked perfectly, and the goat cheese added a delicious creaminess. I will definitely be making this again.