Pasta alla Norma

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pasta alla Norma
  • Eggplant (diced) : 1 large
  • Olive oil : 1/4 cup
  • Garlic (minced) : 2 cloves
  • Canned tomatoes (crushed) : 28 ounces
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Pepper : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Basil (chopped) : 1 tablespoon
  • Pasta (cooked) : 12 ounces
  • Ricotta salata cheese (grated) : 1/2 cup

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss the diced eggplant with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
• In a large pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
• Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
• Add the roasted eggplant and basil to the tomato sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
• Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce.
• Serve the Pasta alla Norma topped with grated ricotta salata cheese.

Tips

• Use a good quality ricotta salata cheese for the best flavor.
• You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Information

• Pasta alla Norma is a traditional Sicilian dish named after the opera "Norma" by Vincenzo Bellini.
• This dish is a delicious combination of eggplant, tomato sauce, and pasta, topped with ricotta salata cheese.