Tracy Romero
@romtra
Eggplant Rigatoni
A delicious and hearty pasta dish featuring tender eggplant and a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:5
- Views:6
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time40 min.
- Total time60 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup
- 2 cloves, minced
- 1, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 (28 ounce) can, chopped with juice
- 1 (16 ounce) package
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Eggplant Rigatoni.
Step 1
To start your delicious eggplant rigatoni, grab a large skillet and warm up some olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the minced garlic and sauté it for about 1 to 2 minutes until it releases a wonderful aroma that fills your kitchen.
Step 3
Next, add the cubed eggplant to the skillet, stirring frequently as it cooks down and softens for roughly 5 minutes.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to introduce the chopped plum tomatoes along with their juicy goodness into the mix.
Step 5
Let this vibrant sauce simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until it thickens and the flavors meld beautifully.
Step 6
While your sauce is bubbling away, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
Step 7
Add the rigatoni and cook according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 13 minutes.
Step 8
Once the pasta is ready, drain it and transfer it to a cozy serving bowl.
Step 9
Finally, pour the rich eggplant tomato sauce over the rigatoni and give it a gentle toss to combine everything.
Step 10
Serve it warm, and enjoy the delightful flavors of this comforting dish that’s sure to impress!.