Eggplant Zucchini  Rigatoni with Bacon

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dice the eggplant

cut zucchini into bite-sized pieces

mince the  garlic cloves

dice the onion

heat oil from  sun-dried tomatoes  over medium high

add eggplant

add salt, pepper  and extra oil,  sauté until soft

remove from skillet

add oil  and zucchini

season with  salt and pepper, sauté until soft

meanwhile,  boil pasta until al dente  in salted water

remove zucchini  from skillet

add bacon  cook until crispy

add onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes

add chili flakes,  paprika and thyme

add eggplant,  zucchini and  sun-dried tomatoes

add a splash of  cooking water

stir in tomato paste

drain the pasta

add basil  and pasta

stir in Parmesan