Pasta Alla Norma Recipe

Name: Pasta Alla Norma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 eggplant, sliced into 1-inch rounds; 2 tablespoons rock salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree; 1 teaspoon rock salt; 1 clove garlic, lightly smashed; 5 large basil leaves; 1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta; 3 1/2 tablespoons ricotta salata; 1 tablespoon diced fresh cayenne pepper, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 eggplant, sliced into 1-inch rounds
2 tablespoons rock salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
1 teaspoon rock salt
1 clove garlic, lightly smashed
5 large basil leaves
1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
3 1/2 tablespoons ricotta salata
1 tablespoon diced fresh cayenne pepper, or to taste

1
Combine eggplant and 2 tablespoons salt in a large bowl with water to cover. Place a plate on top of the eggplant to weigh it down and keep it covered in water for about 30 minutes. Drain and rinse eggplant in cool water. Pat dry and cut into cubes.
2
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute eggplant until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
3
Combine tomato puree, 1 teaspoon rock salt, garlic, and basil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce flavors combine, about 5 minutes.
4
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and toss with the tomato-basil sauce; divide into 4 serving bowls. Top with eggplant. Sprinkle 1/4 the ricotta and 1/4 the diced pepper over each bowl.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 eggplant, sliced into 1-inch rounds, 2 tablespoons rock salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree, and more.

Yes, Pasta Alla 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 Alla Norma

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