ZITI AL MULIGNAN (BAKED PASTA WITH EGGPLANT)

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This is a good way to get kids to eat eggplant. It doesn't have to be eggplant, either. I have made it with artichokes, and with capsicums (bell peppers) of different colours.

Provided by Zaphod Beeblebrox

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 eggplant, washed
500 g ziti pasta or 500 g penne
500 g ricotta cheese
500 g mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup parmigiano
2 cups tomatoes or 2 cups pasta sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt
pepper
oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil
10 liters water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • In a large pot, boil the water.
  • When it boils, add the salt and pasta.
  • Stir for thirty seconds.
  • Boil the pasta for eight minutes and drain.
  • Cut the eggplant into 1 cm cubes.
  • In a large bowl, using your hands, toss with the olive oil, garlic, and parmigiano cheese.
  • Add salt, pepper, and oregano and toss.
  • Grate the mozzarella.
  • Toss 2/3 of the mozzarella cheese with the eggplant mixture.
  • Reserve the other third.
  • Using a spoon, flick bits of the ricotta into the bowl.
  • Toss gently with your hands, using a folding technique- start at the bottom and fold it over the top so you don't spread the ricotta too much.
  • Oil a 23 cm (9 in) square pan.
  • When the pasta is cool enough to handle, add it to the bowl and toss quickly.
  • Spread the mixture in the baking pan.
  • Cover with the tomato sauce.
  • Bang the pan on the counter a few times to get everything to settle and the air bubbles out.
  • Cover with the remaining mozzarella.
  • Cover LOOSELY with a"tent" of tin foil- do not let the foil touch the food!
  • Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Remove the tin foil and bake for 10 minutes more.
  • Rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1163, Fat 53.2, SaturatedFat 28.2, Cholesterol 162.5, Sodium 951.7, Carbohydrate 110.7, Fiber 9, Sugar 8.9, Protein 60.2

Hanif khan
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian dishes, and this one is a keeper. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


zezo Sd
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and the eggplant is cooked perfectly.


Gauri Sony
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I was looking for a new eggplant recipe and this one did not disappoint. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Baddie Kale
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Muhammad essa Muhammad essa
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This was a great dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Christian Serrano
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggplant, and this recipe is a keeper. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


marc yun
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Muhammad Noman Tiger
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The eggplant was so tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Kabugo John
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and the eggplant is cooked perfectly.


Shereen Djalil
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This was a great recipe. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Jason Slocum
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Zaman Jutt
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This dish is now a regular in our dinner rotation. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Gukharrajasaddam Gukhar
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I made this for my family and they loved it. The eggplant was so tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Bonolo Mohaswa
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This was a great recipe. It was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious.


Bernadette Linnane
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Senzo Msimang
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This dish was a hit at our dinner party. Everyone raved about the flavors and the presentation.


Raja Israr
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Loved it! The eggplant was soft and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. Highly recommend!


Dreven Clay
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This was a delicious and satisfying dish. The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again!