Gnocchi, eggplant and squashed tomatoes

The eggplant is squishy and flavoursome when cooked slowly. This dish is so simple to prepare; it's all about using the freshest ingredients you can find. Stock up on a good olive oil and parmesan for dishes like this.

Ingredients

¼ cup	Olive oil
1	Eggplant, cut into 2cm pieces (Main)
4 cloves	Garlic, crushed
1	Red onion, chopped finely
400 g	Cherry tomatoes
2 Tbsp	Balsamic vinegar
1 packet	Potato gnocchi, premade (400g) (Main)
½ cup	Parmesan cheese
1 cup	Basil leaves

Directions

1. In a frying pan, warm the oil. Add the aubergine, cooking slowing for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally until softened. Add the garlic and red onion, cooking for 3 or 4 minutes to soften. Add the tomatoes still on a low heat, cooking for 10 minutes to soften. Add the balsamic, season with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the gnocchi as per packet instructions. Drain and add to the tomato mixture, tossing well to combine.
3. Serve warm with a garnish of parmesan and basil leaves.