Ziti With Sicilian-Style Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Ziti With Sicilian-Style Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 large garlic clove, pressed; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 lb ziti pasta; freshly grated pecorino romano cheese or parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large garlic clove, pressed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon capers, drained
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 lb ziti pasta
freshly grated pecorino romano cheese or parmesan cheese

1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
3
Add the bell pepper and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the tomato paste, tomatoes, capers, and salt and black pepper to taste, and bring to a boil.
5
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to reduce slightly and the flavors.
6
Add the basil and keep warm over low heat.
7
Cook the ziti i a large pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, until it is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
8
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and place in a shallow serving bowl.
9
Add the sauce, sprinkle with grated cheese, and toss gently.
10
Serve immediately.

542

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* 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: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 large garlic clove, pressed, and more.

Yes, Ziti With Sicilian-Style Tomato Sauce 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.

Ziti With Sicilian-Style Tomato Sauce

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