Norma is an opera that was written by Vincenzo Bellini who was born in Catania, Sicily. Though the actual truth about how pasta alla Norma got its name is unknown legend has it that it was coined by Nino Martoglio who loved the dish so much he compared it to the Bellini masterpiece. The other story claims Bellini while writing Norma ordered this dish everything he went to his favorite restaurant and thus it was named after the opera in his honor. The reality is that this dish and Bellini’s opera survive to this very day and both are considered classics. Eggplant, garlic, tomatoes, and basil are a combination made in heaven. With the addition of home hot pepper flakes and anchovies, this dish is transformed into a treat rather than just a dish of pasta. Add Ricotta Salata on top and you can’t go wrong. Creamy and sweet, tangy and spicy this dish has no peer. Join Chef G.S. Argenti as he shows you how bay it is to make Pasta alla Norma. You’ll be able to replicate this in no time and serve it to your loved ones and friends.
