Penne Pasta alla Norma

Description

Penne alla Norma with Eggplant, Peppers & Olives with Ricotta Salata Cheese

Serves 8

2 med. eggplants (about 1 lb. each), cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 roasted red peppers, sliced

1/4 cup pitted black olives

1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper

4 cups crushed tomatoes

1 lb. penne pasta

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

1/2 cup ricotta salata, crumbled (leave out for vegan option)

Place eggplant cubes in colander and sprinkle with salt. Let eggplant drain 15 minutes. Rinse under water and pat dry.

Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add eggplant and cook until soft and lightly brown and soft. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add crushed red pepper, peppers, olives and tomatoes; cook until tomatoes begin to soften, about 20 minutes. Remove tomato sauce from heat.

Cook penne pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well. Add penne pasta to sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with basil. Transfer pasta to bowl; top with ricotta salata and serve.

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