How to Make Eggplant Pasta Sauce

Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices and sprinkle with salt., Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat., Add eggplant and salt and pepper to saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, until eggplant starts to turn translucent. , Pour in...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices and sprinkle with salt.

    Re-stack the slices and let sit for 20 minutes.

    Blot thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess liquid.

    Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

    When hot, add garlic and sauté approximately 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant. ,, Cover the pan.

    Stir occasionally until the eggplant is soft and the sauce has a saucy texture.

    Add more water if it has reduced too much. , Mash sauce with a fork to desired consistency.

    Add basil leaves and tomatoes and serve on pasta.

    Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. ,
  3. Step 3: Add eggplant and salt and pepper to saucepan and cook

  4. Step 4: stirring occasionally

  5. Step 5: until eggplant starts to turn translucent.

  6. Step 6: Pour in chicken broth and thyme.

  7. Step 7: Remove from heat.

  8. Step 8: Enjoy!

Detailed Guide

Re-stack the slices and let sit for 20 minutes.

Blot thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess liquid.

Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.

When hot, add garlic and sauté approximately 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant. ,, Cover the pan.

Stir occasionally until the eggplant is soft and the sauce has a saucy texture.

Add more water if it has reduced too much. , Mash sauce with a fork to desired consistency.

Add basil leaves and tomatoes and serve on pasta.

Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. ,

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