Sicilian Fusilli Food

SICILIAN FUSILLI

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package; drain.
• Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook basil, pepper, carrots and bell pepper in oil about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrots are crisp-tender. Stir in pasta, beans, tomato sauce and artichoke hearts. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Sprinkle with cheese.

SICILIAN AUBERGINE, PINE NUT & RAISIN FUSILLI

Steps:

• In a heavy based pan, heat ½ tbsp of oil and gently cook the onion, garlic and chilli until soft with half the oregano.
• Meanwhile, heat 3-4 tbsp of oil in another frying pan and start browning the aubergines. Once cooked, add to the onion mixture. Fry the raisins in another ½ tbsp oil and, when they have puffed up, add to the aubergine mix. Add the tomatoes, purée and rest of the oregano. Cook on a medium heat for 15-20 mins so all the flavours come together.
• Finally add the capers and the vinegar and leave on a low heat while you cook the pasta in plenty of boiling, salted water. If the mixture becomes very thick add 100ml of water. Toss the pasta through the aubergine sauce and sprinkle with fresh mint and the pine nuts. Let everyone grate over their own cheese.