Le Cirque's Perciatelli With Peppers and Eggplant

Name: Le Cirque's Perciatelli With Peppers and Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; 2 yellow peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips; 2 red peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips; ¼ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; fresh ground black pepper; 34 lb eggplant, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped; 3 cups canned crushed tomatoes, organic; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; 34 lb perciatelli; ½ cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

¼ cup olive oil
2 yellow peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips
2 red peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips
¼ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
fresh ground black pepper
34 lb eggplant, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes, organic
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
34 lb perciatelli
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 cup fresh basil, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat.
2
Add red and yellow peppers and saute 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
3
Season with pepper flakes and freshly ground pepper.
4
Add eggplant and garlic and cook for two more minutes.
5
Add tomatoes and oregano and cook five more minutes.
6
Meanwhile, cook perciatelli in boiling salted water until al dente, drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
7
Add the hot pasta to the skillet and toss.
8
Add ricotta, basil, butter and pasta water, stir well, bring to a boil and cook two minutes.
9
Taste, adjust seasoning and serve.

1280

kcal

Calories

Fat

248

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup olive oil, 2 yellow peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips, 2 red peppers, peeled, cored, seeded and cut into 1-inch by 1/2-inch strips, ¼ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Le Cirque's Perciatelli With Peppers and Eggplant falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!