Spaghetti Alla Norma

Spaghetti Alla Norma is an Italian comfort food said to have originated in Sicily. It tastes delicious and is a fantastic vegetarian option, great for family night, or entertaining alike.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean

Servings servings

Calories 580 kcal

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Ingredients

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium eggplant peeled and diced
1 medium onion finely diced
2 cloves garlic thinly sliced
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 cups marinara sauce jarred or homemade
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped (save a small amount for garnish)
16 oz. spaghetti cooked according to package directions
1/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
Sea salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook spaghetti in a Dutch oven according to package directions. When finished cooking, drain in a colander and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
Add eggplant, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant becomes golden and tender, approximately 6-8 minutes.
Add oregano, marinara, and fresh basil. Allow the sauce to simmer until slightly thickened, approximately 6-8 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in cooked spaghetti. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve with parmesan and a little fresh basil. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 580kcal (29%)Carbohydrates: 101g (34%)Protein: 20g (40%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 4mg (1%)Sodium: 692mg (30%)Potassium: 943mg (27%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 13g (14%)Vitamin A: 769IU (15%)Vitamin C: 14mg (17%)Calcium: 144mg (14%)Iron: 3mg (17%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword comfort food, homemade, quick, vegetarian

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