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PASTA ALLA NORMA

Flower Chef’s artisanal gluten-free pasta. simple, comforting, endlessly adaptable
Keyword Flower Chef Pasta, Flower Chef Penne Pasta, Pasta
Prep Time 7 minutes
Servings 3

Equipment

  • Pan
  • Electric cooker

Ingredients

  • 250 gram Flower Chef Penne or Fusilli
  • 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/8 tbsp LorAnn Chili Oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain.
  • Cook the eggplant until golden. You can pan-fry in olive oil for deeper flavor, or roast at 425°F / 220°C until caramelized for easier cleanup. Both are right. Choose your mood.
  • Stir in the chili oil and let it bloom briefly in the warm oil.
  • Add the pasta directly to the pan with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss and swirl until the pasta is glossy and well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat, fold in the parsley, taste once more, and serve immediately

Notes

This is your canvas. Add any fresh vegetables you love. My current favorite: spinach, white beans, and a touch of lemon zest—bright, simple, and perfect for the table.

Always room for one more