CHUNKY EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) SAUCE FOR PASTA

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Onions, garlic and basil add spice to tender eggplant in this rich and fantastic tasting tomato sauce, which goes a long way! Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your taste. This is from Meals.com.

Provided by Anu_N

Categories     Sauces

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped peeled onions
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 lbs eggplants, diced
2 cups finely chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
parmesan cheese, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • In a pressure cooker, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
  • Add water, tomato paste, eggplant, tomatoes, basil, salt and red pepper flakes.
  • Following manufacturer's directions bring to high pressure.
  • Cook 4 minutes, then allow pressure to come down.
  • Remove lid and cook, stirring, until sauce is thick.
  • Serve hot over pasta and sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.

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