Pasta A La Norma Recipe

Name: Pasta A La Norma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 small egplants, cut into circles; 1 (28 ounce) can of Italian plum tomatoes; 2 sprigs fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons sea salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound pasta (spaghetti or macaroni); freshly grated parmesan cheese; fresh basil leaves, garnish; chili flakes, to taste (optional); fresh parmesan cheese for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
4 garlic cloves, chopped
3 small egplants, cut into circles
1 (28 ounce) can of Italian plum tomatoes
2 sprigs fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound pasta (spaghetti or macaroni)
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh basil leaves, garnish
chili flakes, to taste (optional)
fresh parmesan cheese for serving

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt.
2
In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil until smoking. Add the garlic and then eggplant and cook stirring regularly, until softened and lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, basil, and thyme, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
3
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain well and pour the hot pasta into the pan with the eggplant mixture.
4
Garnish with basil leaves and chili flakes. Drizzle with olive oil and top with fresh parmesan cheese then serve.

709

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, 4 garlic cloves, chopped, 3 small egplants, cut into circles, 1 (28 ounce) can of Italian plum tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Pasta A La Norma falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Pasta A La Norma

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