Inspired by international film star and cookbook author Sofia Loren's recipe for Eggplant Parmigiana, Rachael makes the dish "in the proper Italian style" and with ample amounts of rich, aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Rachael prepares a classic pesto sauce using fresh basil, roasted pistachios, and pine nuts, combined with Pecorino and Parmigiano cheeses. She then cooks it "Lucca Style" with potatoes and green beans and serves it over super-size pasta.