Eggplant Pasta

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   Preheat oven to 425 F.

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   In a medium sized bowl toss eggplant with olive oil.

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   Put it onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake at 425 F, browning both sides.

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   This will take about 10 minutes on each side.

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   When done remove from heat and set aside.

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   Heat a splash of oil in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat.

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   Add onion and garlic.

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   Saute over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes.

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   Add tomatoes, salt and pepper.

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    Break up tomatoes and simmer 15-20 minutes until liquid is reduced.

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    Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions.

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    After 15-20 minutes of simmering, add basil to tomato sauce and simmer another 5 minutes.

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    When pasta is done, drain it.

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    Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the heated sauce and the baked eggplant.

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    Mix in cheese and bake for 15 minutes at 350 F.

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    Serve with additional cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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