Rotini with Eggplant-Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Rotini with Eggplant-Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small eggplant peeled, diced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 small onions chopped; 2 cups sweet red bell peppers chopped; 2 cups green bell peppers chopped; 2 cups sweet yellow bell peppers chopped; 16 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes canned; 2 large garlic cloves minced; 1 teaspoon honey; 2 tablespoons basil chopped; 12 ounces pasta, rotini

Servings: persons

1 small eggplant peeled, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white wine
1 small onions chopped
2 cups sweet red bell peppers chopped
2 cups green bell peppers chopped
2 cups sweet yellow bell peppers chopped
16 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes canned
2 large garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons basil chopped
12 ounces pasta, rotini

1
Place the eggplant in a medium bowl, sprinkle lightly with the salt ad let stand for 15 minutes to absorb the salt and release excess moisture.
2
Rinse well to remove the salt; pat dry with paper towels.
3
Spread the eggplant in a single layer on paper towels.
4
Bring the wine or apple juice to a boil in a large no-stick frying pan.
5
Add the onions and simmer, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes, or until softened.
6
Add the red, green and yellow peppers, tomatoes (with juice), garlic, honey and basil.
7
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until the peppers are very soft.
8
Add the eggplant and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce is thick.
9
While the sauce is cooking, cook the rotini in a large pot of boiling water until just tender.
10
Drain.
11
Return to the pot.
12
Add the sauce and toss well to combine.

537

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small eggplant peeled, diced, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup white wine, 1 small onions chopped, and more.

Yes, Rotini with Eggplant-Pepper Sauce 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.

Rotini with Eggplant-Pepper Sauce

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