How to Make Penne with Eggplant - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and hearty pasta dish that's packed with flavor, look no further than this recipe for Penne with Eggplant. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for serving to guests at a dinner party. The combination of tender eggplant, savory tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked penne pasta is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it.

What makes this recipe so special is the way the eggplant is prepared. By cooking it until it's caramelized and golden brown, i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 eggplant, halved lengthwise and cut into small pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more if needed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomato spread
  • 1 cup tomato sauce, or more if needed
  • 4 leaves chopped fresh basil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in eggplant and garlic, and drizzle with remaining olive oil to coat; cook and stir until the eggplant is tender and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the sun-dried tomato spread and tomato sauce; cook and stir until heated, through about 5 minutes more. Add penne and toss. Stir in pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Sprinkle with basil before serving.
  • Nutrition

    838 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 1577mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 119g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 870mg