Brown Rice Penne with Eggplant

INGREDIENTS

1 16 ounce package

brown rice penne (or ziti)

1 tbsp

olive oil

3 cups

cubed eggplant (about 1 small)

1 cup

finely chopped onion (about 1 medium)

garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

crushed red pepper

jar fat-free pasta sauce (such as Muir Glen Organic)

1/3 cup

finely chopped fresh basil

1 1/2 cups

preshredded Italian-blend or Parmesan cheese, divided