Eggplant Zucchini Bolognese Recipe

By junerodgers

Ingredients

• 1 pkg (16 oz) penne pasta
• 1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions.

In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchini, squash, onion, oil, garlic, salt and pepper.

Transfer to two 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato puree, Italian seasoning and brown sugar.

Drain pasta; stir in tomato mixture and roasted vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese.

Yield: 8 servings.