Penne with Eggplant and Basil Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 2 packed cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (see directions below for toasting)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
  • 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan
  • Ingredients for pasta:
  • 1 pound trenette or other short-cut pasta like penne
  • 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan, plus 1/2 cup
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (1 1/2 pounds) medium eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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