Pasta Salad à la Norma Rachael Ray   From Every Day with Rachael Ray June-July 2007 FOUR SERVINGS Salt 1 pound penne rigate pasta 1 medium eggplant (1 1/2 pounds), cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices (I leave on half the skin — I like the color and texture it gives the dish) 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), plus more for brushing Pepper 8 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced or torn 2 cloves garlic, grated 1/2 pound ricotta salata cheese, crumbled 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, then rinse under cold water. 2. While the pasta is working, heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Brush the eggplant with EVOO, season with salt and pepper and grill until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then cut into small cubes and place in a large bowl. 3. Add the tomatoes, basil and garlic to the eggplant. Pour in the 1/4 cup EVOO and season with salt and pepper. Add the pasta and cheese and toss to combine.

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