Penne with Eggplant and Mozzarella
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Penne with Eggplant and Mozzarellan a try. This recipe makes 4 servings with 778 calories, 32g of protein, and 26g of fat each. This recipe covers 32% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. If you have canned tomatoes, mozzarella, chili flakes, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the pepper you could follow this main course with the Easy Peppermint Dessert as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour.
Instructions
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. When oil is hot but not smoking, add eggplant. Sauté for two minutes, then add tomatoes and chili flakes. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 40 minutes.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook penne, according to box, until al dente.
If making for Valentine's Day, cut four 1/8 inch slices of mozzarella.
Cut each slice into a heart and set aside. Dice remaining mozzarella.
Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Add penne and mozzarella to sauce pan and stir to combine.
Divide pasta among plates, garnishing each with basil and a mozzarella heart.