Extra-Cheesy Eggplant and Rigatoni Bake | Sue Li | NYT Cooking
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Sue Li shows us how to make her cheesy, eggplant-studded pasta bake, inspired by the traditional Sicilian pasta alla Norma. Don’t be shy about adding plenty of reserved pasta cooking water to the sauce; it's the magical ingredient that creates a silky sauce and keeps the pasta moist while baking. Put on your cozy pants and get cooking!
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AI GeneratedSue Lee from the New York Times cooking kitchen demonstrates how to make a Cheesy Eggplant Rigatoni Bake. Inspired by the classic Italian Pasta alla Norma, this one-pan meal combines carbohydrates, protein, and vegetables. The recipe emphasizes the importance of patience when cooking eggplant to achieve a tender texture and a rich, bubbly finish.