Pasta alla Norma: Easy Comfort Food Your Family Will Love
Learn how to make Pasta alla Norma, a traditional Sicilian dish that is both delicious and comforting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams pasta
- 2 eggplants
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by slicing the eggplants. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Rinse the eggplants and pat dry. Add them to the sauce and cook until softened.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add to the sauce.
- Mix in ricotta cheese and fresh basil. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the pasta is egg-free.
- Feel free to add grated cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams