Spaghetti Alla Norma - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    3 garlic cloves, minced
    1 1/2 lbs coarsely chopped peeled tomatoes (about 2 cups)
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 lb eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
    1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
    3/4 lb uncooked spaghetti
    6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 1 cup)
Preparation
    Place oil and garlic in a large skillet; cook over medium-high heat 30 seconds or until garlic begins to sizzle.
    Add tomato and salt; cook 15 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
    Add the eggplant; cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
    Stir in basil; set aside.
    Cook pasta in boiling water 9 minutes; drain.
    Toss with sauce and cheese.
    Serve immediately.

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