Spicy Eggplant and Pasta with Pancetta

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Eggplant has its fans and its detractors. Even the most devoutly anti-eggplant zealot can't resist this savory combination of spicy eggplant, pancetta, and pasta.

Submitted by Andrew Bleiman

Updated on January 4, 2022

6

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ pound pancetta bacon, diced
1 eggplant, diced
1 (28 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (10.5 ounce) container cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup red wine
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste (Optional)
1 pinch ground white pepper, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta

Directions

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta; cook until browned on the edges, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; cook until eggplant is slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
Pour marinara sauce, tomatoes, and wine into the skillet. Add red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic salt, sugar, and white pepper. Stir and cover. Let sauce simmer until flavors combine, about 20 minutes.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain; mix with the sauce.

Cook's Note:

The sugar may or may not be necessary depending on how sweet your marinara sauce is.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

537	Calories
16g	Fat
81g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 537
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 1038mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate 81g	29%
Dietary Fiber 10g	34%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 17g	33%
Vitamin C 15mg	16%
Calcium 62mg	5%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 940mg	20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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