Pasta Caponata

12 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
  • 1 small eggplant, cubed
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges
  • 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 2 1/2 c. reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. drained capers
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried
  • 1 lb. uncooked medium size shell pasta

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large nonstick skillet, over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  2. 2
    Add eggplant and garlic; saute until eggplant is well-browned, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to skillet along with onion and peppers.
  4. 4
    Saute about 5 minutes, until the peppers and onion are softened and lightly browned.
  5. 5
    Stir in drained tomatoes, broth, vinegar and capers.
  6. 6
    Bring to a boil.
  7. 7
    Reduce heat and simmer 5 to 8 minutes, until tender.
  8. 8
    Meanwhile, in a large saucepot of boiling, salted water, cook pasta as the package directs; drain.
  9. 9
    Place in a large serving bowl and toss with the eggplant mixture.

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