Spaghetti Alla Norma

Total Time: 1 hr Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 lbs coarsely chopped peeled tomatoes (about 2 cups)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 lb eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
• 3/4 lb uncooked spaghetti
• 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 1 cup)

Recipe

• 1 place oil and garlic in a large skillet; cook over medium-high heat 30 seconds or until garlic begins to sizzle.
• 2 add tomato and salt; cook 15 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
• 3 add the eggplant; cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
• 4 stir in basil; set aside.
• 5 cook pasta in boiling water 9 minutes; drain.
• 6 toss with sauce and cheese.
• 7 serve immediately.