1medium eggplantpeeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
8ouncesfarfalle pasta
3tablespoonsolive oil
4tablespoonsunsalted butter
1shallotfinely chopped
2garlic clovesminced
1tablespoonfresh rosemaryminced
1tablespoonlemon zest
1cupchicken stock
2big handfuls of fresh spinachroughly chopped
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Once cooked, drain and set aside. In a large pan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the eggplant until tender, about five minutes or so. Depending on the size of your pan you may need to cook the eggplant in batches. Once cooked, remove the eggplant from the pan and set it aside.
In the same pan melt the butter. Add the shallots and cook them until they soften. Add the garlic and rosemary and cook it all for another minute or until the garlic softens. Add the lemon zest and chicken stock.
Turn the heat to medium heat and allow the liquid to reduce until it has thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Add the pasta, eggplant, and spinach tossing all of it together. The spinach will wilt, although you can cover the pan for a minute or so to help it along if you prefer. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Optional garnishes: Serve it with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled feta cheese.