Pasta alla Norma

Name: Pasta alla Norma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds eggplant (cut into thick cubes or thick strips); ½ teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; ½ yellow onion (finely diced); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 2 14-ounce cans San Marzano tomatoes (crushed); ½ - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; salt and pepper (to taste); 12 ounces pasta; pasta water (as needed); ⅓ cup fresh basil leaves (torn)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This pasta alla norma is a classic Italian dish that's easy to make and full of flavor! Roasting the eggplant keeps it light while still giving that rich, smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the slightly spicy tomato sauce and fresh basil.

Updated at: Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:16:23 GMT