This Toddler Recipes Australia blog post features a delicious Italian pasta dish - Pasta alla Norma! This tasty and simple recipe is perfect for little ones, and is packed full of flavour thanks to its combination of tomato, eggplant, garlic, basil, olive oil and ricotta salata. This easy-to-cook meal will have your toddler asking for seconds and is sure to become a family favourite!

General Information

• Servings: 4-6
• Keywords: pasta, tomato, eggplant, cheese
• Calories: 500kcal
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fats: 15g
• Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 Minutes

Ingredients

• 500g pasta
• 1 large eggplant, chopped into cubes
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees C (425 degrees F).
2. Place the eggplant cubes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
4. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the garlic and sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.
6. Add the tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add the roasted eggplant to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet. Stir to combine.
9. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve the Pasta alla Norma warm with the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Recommended Sides

• Roasted vegetables
• A side salad
• Garlic bread (for the big kids)

Note: For those with peanut allergies, be sure to check the label for any peanut products in the pasta or Parmesan cheese to ensure there is no chance of any cross-contact.