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sunday supper

Recipe for penne with eggplant Bolognese

Serves 4 with leftovers

2 large eggplant, cut into ½-inch cubes
5 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, crushed in a bowl
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or more to taste
1 cup red wine
2 tablespoons chopped freshoregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 pounds penne
2 cups grated fresh Parmesan

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