Follow these steps for perfect results
eggplant
cut into 2-inch pieces
zucchini
cut into 2-inch pieces
garlic cloves
minced
sweet onion
cut into 2-inch chunks
tomatoes
cored and left whole
olive oil
kosher salt
black pepper
freshly ground
pasta
fresh or dried
Parmesan
freshly grated
Position the oven racks so that they are evenly spaced.
Preheat the oven to convection roast at 450F.
Cover a large, rimmed pan with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, garlic, onion, and tomatoes.
Drizzle with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread the vegetables on the prepared pan.
Roast in the center or top of the oven until the vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes.
With tongs, lift the skins off the tomatoes.
Return the tomatoes to the pan with the vegetables.
Roast for 5 more minutes.
Scoop the hot vegetables into a food processor or blender fitted with the steel blade.
Process just until the vegetables are coarsely chopped.
Pour the sauce into a serving bowl.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions.
Put the pasta into a serving bowl and top it with the vegetable sauce.
Serve with the Parmesan.
Expert advice for the best results
Roast the vegetables until they are slightly charred for a deeper flavor.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of spice.
If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to thin it out.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve pasta in a bowl with a generous amount of sauce, topped with fresh Parmesan cheese.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Pair with a side salad.
Complements the tomato-based sauce.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A common dish in Mediterranean cuisine, showcasing fresh, seasonal vegetables.
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