{"id":"647e3e54-5bf8-4576-87e0-755a0469b835","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/647e3e54-5bf8-4576-87e0-755a0469b835","source_url":"https://gousto.wiki/recipes/aubergine-ragu-tortiglioni-with-cheezy-garlic-bread/","title":"Aubergine Ragù Tortiglioni With Cheezy Garlic Bread","description":"This hearty aubergine ragù is the ultimate comfort food. You'll stir pulled aubergine through a rich tomato sauce, and pair with plant-based cheezy garlic bread to serve. Delish!","servings":2,"servings_text":"2 servings","total_time":"PT40M","image_url":"https://wsrv.nl/?url=images.gousto.wiki/recipes%2Faubergine-ragu-tortiglioni-with-cheezy-garlic-bread.jpg&fit=cover","ingredients":[{"text":"2 Aubergine","item":"Aubergine","quantity":2},{"text":"15ml Balsamic Vinegar","item":"Balsamic Vinegar","quantity":15,"unit":"ml"},{"text":"2 x 5g Basil","item":"x 5g Basil","quantity":2},{"text":"Ciabatta","item":"Ciabatta"},{"text":"200g Finely Chopped Tomatoes","item":"Finely Chopped Tomatoes","quantity":200,"unit":"g"},{"text":"3 Garlic Clove","item":"Garlic Clove","quantity":3},{"text":"2 x 1tsp Ground Smoked Paprika","item":"x 1tsp Ground Smoked Paprika","quantity":2},{"text":"15ml Henderson's Relish","item":"Henderson's Relish","quantity":15,"unit":"ml"},{"text":"40g Mature Cheddar Style Block","item":"Mature Cheddar Style Block","quantity":40,"unit":"g"},{"text":"Red Onion","item":"Red Onion"},{"text":"8ml Soy Sauce","item":"Soy Sauce","quantity":8,"unit":"ml"},{"text":"150g Tortiglioni","item":"Tortiglioni","quantity":150,"unit":"g"},{"text":"5.5g Vegetable Stock Mix","item":"Vegetable Stock Mix","quantity":5.5,"unit":"g"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Preheat the oven to 220°C/ 200°C (fan)/ gas 7 and boil a kettleSlice your aubergine[s] in half lengthways, keeping the green stalk[s] onScore the flesh in a criss-cross pattern, then add the aubergine half[ves] to a baking tray (or two!) with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt, then put the tray[s] in the oven for 20-25 min or until the flesh has softened"},{"number":2,"text":"Peel and finely chop (or grate) your garlicChop your basil finelyGrate your cheddar flavour block[s] finelyAdd half of the chopped basil, half the grated cheeze (save the rest for garnish!) and half of the chopped garlic (save the rest for garnish!) to a bowl with 1 tbsp [1 1/2 tbsp] [2 tbsp] olive oil – this is your cheezy garlic mixture"},{"number":3,"text":"Add your pasta to a pot of boiled water with a pinch of salt and bring to the boil over a high heatCook the pasta for 7-9 min (10-12 min for wholewheat) or until cooked with a slight biteOnce done, drain the cooked pasta, reserving a cup of starchy pasta water and return to the pot with a drizzle of olive oil"},{"number":4,"text":"Peel and finely dice your red onion[s]Heat a large, wide-based pan (preferably non-stick) with a drizzle of olive oil over a medium heatOnce hot, add the diced onion with a pinch of salt and cook for 4-5 min or until starting to soften and caramelise"},{"number":5,"text":"Once the aubergine is tender, scoop the softened aubergine flesh out of the skins with a spoon, pulling it apart as you go – this is your pulled aubergineTip: Carefully hold the stalks (they will be hot!) to scrape the flesh out easily, then discard the skins and reserve the tray[s]!Once the onion has started to soften, add the pulled aubergine, remaining chopped garlic, ground smoked paprika and soy sauce to the pan and cook for 2 min until fragrant"},{"number":6,"text":"Once fragrant, add your chopped tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, Henderson's Relish and a pinch of sugar and stir for 30 secsAdd your vegetable stock mix with a splash of starchy pasta water and cook for 4-5 min until the sauce has the consistency of bolognese – this is your aubergine ragùTip: Add another splash of starchy pasta water if your sauce is looking a little thick!"},{"number":7,"text":"While the ragù is cooking, slice your ciabatta[s] into 3 slices per person and add the slices to the reserved baking tray[s]Top each ciabatta slice with a spoonful of the cheezy garlic mixture and put the tray[s] in the oven for 4-5 min or until all the cheeze has melted – this is your cheezy garlic breadStir the pasta through the aubergine ragù – this is your aubergine ragù pasta"},{"number":8,"text":"Serve the aubergine ragù pasta in bowls with the cheezy garlic bread to the sideSprinkle over the reserved chopped basil and top with the reserved grated cheezeEnjoy!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T00:09:04.031354+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T00:09:04.031354+00:00"}