Pasta Alla Norma Recipe (Eggplant Pasta) | Trader Joe's Finds | Simple Restaurant Quality Recipe

Описание: Join us in sunny Arizona as we dive into the authentic flavors of Italy with a special guest, my cousin Danielle Deojay, to show you how to make Pasta alla Norma! This classic Sicilian dish features tender eggplant, rich tomato sauce, fresh basil, and creamy ricotta salata, creating a perfect balance of flavor in every bite. Filmed on location, this video brings the heart of Italian cooking to your kitchen with step-by-step instructions and tips for making the best Pasta alla Norma. Whether you're a pasta lover or looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-watch!

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My Cousin Danielle’s Spin on Rigatoni Alla Norma (Featuring Trader Joe’s Finds) Recipe

Visit Danielle's design website here: http://www.deojaydesign.com

Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:
2 cans Trader Joe’s Roasted Eggplant, Tomatoes, and Onions
1 lb rigatoni pasta
2 balls of Burrata or Fresh Mozzarella (option to sub with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano)
2 pints small tomatoes (cherry tomatoes on the vine, Campari, or other small variety) a little past prime is perfect
4 cloves of garlic, sliced
3 T extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, chili flakes optional
Fresh basil, garnish

1. Slice garlic and add to a high-sided skillet or pot over medium heat with the olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper. Watch closely as the garlic begins to sizzle and just slightly starts to brown on the edges as it releases its aroma.

2. Fill your pasta pot with water and generously salt it. Place it on the burner on high to boil.

3. Add the tomatoes to the garlic and olive oil. Slightly past prime tomatoes are perfect for this. If they’re no longer good for salads and starting to wrinkle, they’re perfect. Fresher ones are fine too of course.

4. Stir to keep the garlic from burning and to coat the tomatoes in the oil. Turn the heat down to medium-low and cover.

5. Keep an eye on the tomatoes, we want to see them starting to burst. Once they’ve started to burst, smash them with a wooden spoon to break them down and release the juices. Add two cans of eggplant and onions. Turn the heat to low and cover.

6. Your pasta water should be boiling now, so add the pasta. Cook till al dente or package directions.

7. This is a good time to prep your basil and pull the cheese out. I like to hand-tear the big leaves, keep the tiny leaves whole. Chopping can oxidize the leaves, so hand-tear is best, and a rustic look is nice.

8. When the pasta is done, scoop it right out of the water into your serving bowl.

9. Check your sauce thickness and add a little pasta water to loosen it up if needed. Check seasoning and add a little salt and pepper. If you like a little kick, give some chili flakes a little smash and add them.

10. Add the sauce to the bowl and mix. The rigatoni is a perfect pasta shape for this because it has good surface area and ridges to hold the sauce. If you prefer long pasta, then Pappardelle is another option.

11. Add your cheese — if you’re doing burrata, gently tear it in half and place it on top. For fresh mozzarella, hand-tear it into chunks. I like using the big ball of fresh mozzarella and tearing it, but if you have the smaller balls, feel free to just throw those in. If you don’t have any mozzarella or burrata, parmesan cheese will also be tasty. It is best to use a block and slice or fine grate it fresh.

12. Garnish with your freshly torn basil and a little sprinkle of flaky salt and chili flakes.

Enjoy!

Very special thank you to Danielle for this special recipe, and to my Aunt & Uncle for letting us take over your home and kitchen! What a great experience. We will have to do this again!

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