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Italian Eggplant Pasta
A hearty, delicious pasta dish featuring eggplant and Italian seasonings.
β±45 minπ½4 servingsπmedium
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Ingredients
- β2 medium eggplantsliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- β8 oz pastasuch as penne or rigatoni
- β2 tbsp olive oilfor frying
- β2 cloves garlicminced
- β1 tsp Italian seasoningdried
- βto taste saltfor seasoning
- β1/4 cup parmesan cheeseshredded, for serving
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- 2
Fry the eggplant slices in olive oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 3
Transfer the fried eggplant to a baking sheet and season with salt, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.
- 4
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender.
- 5
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- 6
Combine the cooked pasta and fried eggplant in a large serving dish.
- 7
Top with shredded parmesan cheese and serve hot.