Jul 14 2026
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Eggplant Pasta Recipe

Inspired by Lucca
Time40m
Serves4

eggplant – marinara-rigatoni

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Eggplant

    Cut the eggplant into bite-sized cubes. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for about 20 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Eggplant

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the eggplant cubes and cook for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown and tender.

  4. 4

    Combine with Marinara

    Stir in the marinara sauce to the skillet with eggplant and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Mix with Pasta

    Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the eggplant and marinara sauce. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

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