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Prep Time : 10min
Cook Time : 30min
Course : Entree, Pasta
Special : Caffeine-Free, Easy, Egg-Free, Nutrient Dense, Quick, Sugar-Free
Type of Prep : Boil, Heat, Simmer
Cuisine : U.S. Regional
Occasion : Fall, Family Dinner, Spring, Summer, Winter
 
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Maria's Pasta and Eggplant in Beer Recipe

From Real Beer and Good Eats by Bruce Aidells & Dennis Kelly (Alfred A. Knopf)

Eggplant, peas, and ham are cooked in beer and mixed with penne pasta for a simple, but hearty meal.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 medium eggplant, about 1 pound, peeled and diced
  • Salt and pepper
  • 6 ounces smoked ham, cubed
  • 1 cup lager (beer)
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 pound large tubular pasta such as penne cooked according to the directions on the package
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

PREPARATION:

In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Put in the eggplant, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes, until it becomes soft.

Stir in the ham, and fry 2 minutes. Add the lager and rosemary, and bring to a boil. Reduce the liquid by half. Put in the peas, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 2 minutes.

Stir the cooked pasta into the sauce, and cook for 30 seconds to heat through.

Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with plenty of Parmesan cheese, and serve.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Recipe Source: Real Beer and Good Eats by Bruce Aidells & Dennis Kelly (Alfred A. Knopf)
Reprinted with permission.

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