Fusilli Bucati with Eggplant, Zucchini, and Primosale
Category: Main Courses
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Fusilli Bucati Corti | 320g |
| Eggplants | 350g |
| White Zucchini | 350g |
| Primosale Cheese | 170g |
| Fine Salt | 4g |
| Black Pepper | 6g |
| Fresh Basil | 5g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 20g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by thoroughly washing the eggplants and zucchinis under running water. Cut off the ends of the eggplants and zucchinis. Slice the eggplants into thin rounds, approximately 3-4mm thick.
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Grill the Vegetables: Heat your grill well, and once hot, place the eggplant slices on the grill. Grill them until well-cooked, then repeat the same process for the zucchinis. Grill each side for about 3-4 minutes, ensuring they are perfectly charred and tender.
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Chop the Vegetables: Once grilled, remove the vegetables from the grill and place them in a baking dish. Cut the eggplants into small bite-sized pieces. Do the same with the zucchinis, chopping them into cubes.
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Prepare the Cheese: Cut the primosale cheese into small cubes.
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Combine the Ingredients: Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the grilled eggplants. Once done, transfer the vegetables to a large mixing bowl. Add the grilled zucchinis, eggplants, and primosale cheese into the bowl.
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Season and Toss: Season the mixture with fine salt and black pepper to taste. Add fresh basil leaves, tearing them into smaller pieces. Toss everything together gently to combine all the flavors.
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Cook the Pasta: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli bucatini until al dente according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta, reserving a bit of the cooking water.
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Combine Pasta and Vegetables: Add the drained fusilli to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and cheese. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to help bring the dish together.
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Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Fusilli Bucati with eggplant, zucchini, and primosale warm, garnished with a few extra basil leaves for a burst of color and freshness.
Enjoy this hearty, light, and flavorful dish with a delightful blend of grilled vegetables and creamy primosale cheese. Perfect for a comforting yet healthy meal!
