"Eggplant stands in for the ground beef in this substantial vegetarian main dish. Be sure to serve it with plenty of grated cheese on the side...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 medium eggplant
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1 bay leaf
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1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
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1 teaspoon chopped rosemary, oregano, or both
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2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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12 ounces spaghetti
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
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28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, pulsed a few times in a food processor or blender