Pasta alla Norma

recipe

• Step 1
  Halve the eggplant lengthwise and slice it into half-moons. Peel and finely mince the garlic.
• Step 2
  Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the eggplant and fry until golden brown.
• Step 3
  Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions.
• Step 4
  When the eggplant is halfway done, add the garlic.
• Step 5
  When the eggplant is done, add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
• Step 6
  Mix the pasta together with the sauce.
• Step 7
  Serve, topped with ricotta and some fresh basil leaves (optional). It's ready!