A Sicilian pasta dish, Pasta alla Norma is a a simple, fresh classic that’s a welcome weeknight regular.

Serves 6

• 2 eggplants

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes

• 1 x 400g tin plum or crushed tomatoes

• 1 x 700g bottle passata

• 1/2 bunch basil

• 4 cloves garlic

• Parmesan to serve

• Fresh ricotta to serve (optional)

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