Eggplant and Gnocchi in a Spicy Tomato Sauce - Let’s Veg - Simple Vegetable Living for Everyday Life

Ingredients

• 1 pound 500 g potato gnocchi
• 1 medium eggplant (diced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 can (14 ounces diced tomatoes)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)