Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin Receita

This irresistible Ziti Eggplant and Fontina Gratin is a flavor explosion! Creamy sauteed eggplant, perfectly cooked ziti pasta, and melted Fontina cheese create a dish that's both comforting and elegant. A quick broil brings the top to a beautiful golden brown, enhancing the rich flavors. This recipe addresses the age-old debate of salting eggplant – we do it to remove bitterness and reduce oil absorption. Pair it with a crisp Dolcetto wine for a truly unforgettable meal!

Preparo 35 min
Cozimento 50 min
Calorias 784.2 kcal
Proteína 54g
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Ingredientes para Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin

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Como fazer Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin

  1. Dice 1 large eggplant (about 1.5 lbs) and place in a colander. Sprinkle generously with 2 teaspoons of salt. Let it sit and drain for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Rinse the eggplant thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt.
  3. Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the eggplant and ¾ teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened (10-15 minutes).
  5. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic, ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes more.
  6. Preheat your broiler.
  7. Cook 1 pound ziti pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 10-15 minutes). Drain well.
  8. In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the eggplant mixture, 3 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  9. Stir in 8 ounces shredded Fontina cheese.
  10. Transfer the pasta mixture to a shallow baking dish.
  11. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

72g

Carbs

24g

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin?

Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin leva cerca de 85 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 35 minutos de preparo e 50 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin?

Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin tem aproximadamente 784.2 calorias por porção, com cerca de 54 g de proteína, 24 g de carboidratos e 66 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin?

Os principais ingredientes de Ziti Eggplant And Fontina Gratin são Olive Oil, Eggplant, Salt, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Parsley, Fresh Ground Black Pepper. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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