Eggplant Pasta with Garlic and Rosemary

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   First, lets start by cooking the pasta in salted boiling water.

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   Once is al dente, drain it and save the water used to boil it.

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   Halve and dice the eggplant.

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   Dice the tomatoes.

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   Remove the leaves from the rosemary stems and finely chop them.

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   In a large pan, heat the olive oil and add the garlic cloves.

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   Cook over low heat until softened.

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   Then add the eggplant.

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   Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

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    Stir over moderate heat until the eggplant begins to soften and change color.

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    Add the diced tomatoes, then the tomato paste and 1 1/2 cup of the water used to boil the pasta.

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    Stir, then sprinkle the rosemary.

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    Bring to a simmer and cook for about 8 minutes or until the eggplant is completely soft and the sauce is not runny.

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    Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to mix.

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    Serve immediately, with Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese.

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    Buen Provecho!

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    Alba H. Rodriguez

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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