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Aubergine skin is rich in protective anthocyanins – the same beneficial compounds found in blueberries – while the skins of courgettes are a useful source of lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote eye health.

Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal456
  • fat11g
    low
  • saturates5g
  • carbs64g
  • sugars10g
  • fibre13g
    high
  • protein19g
  • salt0.98g
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Method

  • step 1

    Tip the tomatoes into a pan with a can of water, the tomato purée, garlic, olives and bouillon. Add the aubergine and courgettes, then cover and simmer for 30 mins until the veg are tender.

  • step 2

    Meanwhile, mix the ricotta and basil together in a small bowl with plenty of black pepper.

  • step 3

    Boil half of the pasta following pack instructions, then drain, reserving some of the cooking water. Tip into a bowl and toss with half the ricotta mixture and a couple of spoonful of pasta water, adding more to loosen if needed. Spoon half the ratatouille and the penne into two pasta bowls and sprinkle with half the parmesan and basil leaves. Cover and chill the remaining ratatouille, basil and ricotta for another night. Will keep chilled for up to three days. When ready to serve again, warm the ratatouille in a pan over a low heat and continue with the method from step 3.

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A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.7 ratings

hjlonsdale

Love the olive flavour on the ratatouille. Cheesy pasta is just ok.

medgar238

I did this recipe with some substitutions and omissions. I used fresh tomatoes instead of tinned. Tossed the aubergine in the pot with onion, garlic and a lil bit of oil. I also added two chopped sticks celery. So I did not miss having the veg bouillon. No olives. Had to use spaghetti instead of…

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