Best 13 Eggplant Aubergine And Cheese Casserole Recipes

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Eggplant, also known as aubergine, is a versatile vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One popular dish is eggplant and cheese casserole, a savory and flavorful dish that combines the rich, earthy taste of eggplant with the creamy goodness of cheese. This casserole is a great option for a main course or a side dish, and it can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something a little more adventurous, there is sure to be an eggplant and cheese casserole recipe that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

EASY EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CASSEROLE



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The technique may seem a little strange here, but it is not unlike making a dressing or stuffing for poultry. The end result is a delicious vegetarian main dish for the fall. It has a rich taste and meaty texture; some of my vegetarian friends were very suspicious while eating it, but I wouldn't fool them!

Provided by Jenny Sanders

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large italian eggplant
1 large onion
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3 slices dry whole whole wheat bread
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, rubbed
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
200 g old cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Peel and slice the eggplant 1 cm thick and place the slices on a plate in a single layer.
  • Salt them heavily, cover with another plate and weight.
  • Leave for 1/2 to one hour.
  • Cut the bread into cubes.
  • Peel and chop the onion.
  • Sauté the bread cubes with the spices in 1 tbsp of olive oil, and lay them in a small lasagne pan when they are nicely browned.
  • Rinse and gently squeeze dry the eggplant.
  • Cut it in to 1 cm cubes and sauté them, with the onion, in the remaining olive oil, until the eggplant is tender.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes.
  • Mix into the toasted bread cubes in the lasagne pan.
  • Top with the grated cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

CHEESY AUBERGINE



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Tastes like enchiladas! Yummy and healthier than regular enchiladas. Adapted from Sunset. *This has become my most popular recipe posted here. I've made it slightly different ways over the years. I sprinkle the oiled eggplant with garlic salt now. It's also great with a can of diced tomatoes and 1tbsp of tomato paste, extra cumin, garlic, dried onions, salt and cilantro. I also use reduced-fat cheese now. If you would like it spicier add some jalapenos. I love to eat it along an undressed salad of romaine, purple cabbage and grape tomatoes and eat bites of the salad and eggplant together with sour cream. Many people think it needs to be heartier so feel free to add beans, ground beef or chicken but I really don't think it needs it. It's also great served with rice.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2-2 lbs eggplants, unpeeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices (I use the American ones)
15 ounces tomato sauce
4 ounces diced mild green chilies
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 1/4 ounces sliced black olives, drained
6 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450.
  • Spray baking sheet with oil and place eggplant slices on it in a single layer. Spray the tops of the eggplant with oil. Bake until soft when pressed about 15-25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile , in a small pot, combine tomato sauce, chiles, onions, cumin, garlic powder and olives. Bring to a simmer, then simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Turn oven down to 350 when eggplant is done.
  • Arrange half the eggplant slices in a single layer over the bottom of a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Spoon half the sauce over eggplant and sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat layers ending with cheese.
  • Bake at 350 until heated through and bubbly (about 30 minutes).
  • Top with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.1, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 4.7, Sodium 1669.7, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 14, Protein 13.4

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Eggplant (Aubergine) Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KJ1036

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups eggplants, cubed
1 onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons margarine
fresh ground pepper
125 g shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
1 cup cracker crumb
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • Heat oil in saucepan.
  • Sauté eggplant and onion until soft.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and stir through margarine until melted.
  • Add remainder of ingredients, and combine well.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish, and bake until golden and bubbling, approx 45 minutes.

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) AND CHEESE CASSEROLE



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When I first made this, my husband and kids ate it right up. They had no idea it was eggplant. It's a nice change-of-pace side dish.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large eggplant, peeled and diced into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup diced onion (optional)
1 teaspoon salt, dissolved in
4 cups water
1 1/2 cups italian seasoned croutons (small ones work best)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F
  • Spray a 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, boil the 4 cups salted water.
  • Add eggplant (and onion, if using it) and continue to boil for 3 minutes; drain.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine eggplant, croutons, and half of the cheese.
  • Spoon into baking dish.
  • In another mixing bowl, combine milk, flour, salt, pepper, and oregano; pour over eggplant mixture in baking dish.
  • Top with remaining cheese and drizzle with melted butter.
  • Cover and bake at 325F for 20 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for additional 5-7 minutes to melt and brown cheese.

EGGPLANT GRATIN



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Good olive oil, for frying
3/4 pound eggplant, unpeeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 extra-large egg
1/4 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good bottled marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat about 1/8-inch of olive oil in a very large frying pan over medium heat. When the oil is almost smoking, add several slices of eggplant and cook, turning once, until they are evenly browned on both sides and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Be careful, it splatters! Transfer the cooked eggplant slices to paper towels to drain. Add more oil, heat, and add more eggplant until all the slices are cooked.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the ricotta, egg, half-and-half, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • In each of 2 individual gratin dishes, place a layer of eggplant slices, then sprinkle with Parmesan, salt and pepper and spoon 1/2 of the marinara sauce. Next, add a second layer of eggplant, more salt and pepper, half the ricotta mixture, and finally 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan on top.
  • Place the gratins on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the custard sets and the top is browned. Serve warm.

CHEESY EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE



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My mom would make this when I was young, and it was always a favorite. Serve with a crisp green salad and garlic bread.

Provided by lyndalou

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Vegetable Main Dish Recipes     Eggplant Parmesan Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing, or as needed
2 eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
¼ pound mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
¾ teaspoon dried basil
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Brush about 2 tablespoons olive oil onto eggplant slices; arrange in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until eggplant is tender and browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove eggplant from oven and reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, mushrooms, and garlic until onion is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomato sauce, basil, and oregano; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce is slightly reduced, about 10 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange about 1/2 the eggplant slices in a 2-quart casserole dish; top with 1/2 the sauce, 1/2 the mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 the Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbling, about 25 minutes. Cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 734.3 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

CHEESY BAKED EGGPLANT



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This is a very cheesy and easy to make baked eggplant dish with an Italian flair. An excellent alternative to a pasta dish.

Provided by Julie3333

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Eggplant

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 eggplant, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
1 tablespoon garlic powder, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 small tomatoes, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach leaves
½ cup ricotta cheese
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
¾ cup tomato pasta sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Brush eggplant slices with olive oil on both sides, and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle garlic powder over the top. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, tomatoes and spinach. Cook and stir for a few minutes until fragrant, and the tomatoes have released their juices. In a medium bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
  • Place the eggplant slices in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the spinach mixture. Spoon the cheese mixture over the spinach, and spread into a thin layer. Pour the spaghetti sauce over the cheese layer. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until heated through and the eggplant is easily pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 447.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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With lots of vegetables, this good-for-you dish is low in calories, but full of flavor. I make it often in summer when fresh produce is abundant.-Marelyn Baugher, Holdredge, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil; add eggplant. Boil for 5-8 minutes or until tender;drain and set aside. , In a skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until tomato is tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in milk, egg and eggplant; mix well., Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

BEEF AND EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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Layers of fried eggplant, seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and cheeses are easily thrown together and baked to delicious perfection in this casserole dinner dish.

Provided by ladyindigo

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Eggplant

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

cooking spray
1 medium eggplant, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 pinch salt, or more as needed
1 cup cornmeal
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch square glass pan with cooking spray.
  • Place eggplant slices on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Top slices with additional paper towels; allow salt to draw off some of the moisture, 30 to 45 minutes. Press down on paper towels to get as much moisture out as you can.
  • Combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, cinnamon, and ginger in a bowl. Dredge eggplant slices in mixture.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Place floured eggplant slices in pan and cook until edges start to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip; cook until crisp on edges but still soft in centers, 3 to 4 minutes more. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until onions are softened and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Layer eggplant slices to cover bottom of the prepared pan; follow with ground beef, 1/2 can diced tomatoes, 1/2 the Cheddar cheese and 1/2 the Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers, starting with eggplant slices. Dredge any remaining eggplant slices in Parmesan cheese and place on top of casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling and top is golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 464.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

MISS ELLIE'S EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CASSEROLE



Miss Ellie's Eggplant (Aubergine) Casserole image

This is my new favorite way of preparing eggplant. Super simple and very delicious. My DH doesnt like eggplant but he loves this!

Provided by Barefootjen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large eggplant (peeled and cubed)
1 large onion
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (crumbled)
2 eggs
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, sause
1/2 cup butter
2 cups cracker crumbs (I use Ritz)

Steps:

  • boil or steam eggplant until soft.
  • Drain well and mash.
  • In seperate bowl,mix next 4 ingredients, then add eggplant mixture.
  • In a buttered casserole dish, beginning with crackers, layer eggplant and crackers, ending with crackers.
  • Dot with butter on top.
  • 350 oven 1 hour or until golden browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 800.6, Fat 49.9, SaturatedFat 28.6, Cholesterol 213.7, Sodium 1140.6, Carbohydrate 64, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 6.6, Protein 25.9

EGGPLANT AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



Eggplant and Tomato Casserole image

This is a delicious, easy-to-make, vegetarian casserole! Eggplant, tomato and onion are layered and seasoned with a splash of balsamic vinegar before being topped off with bread crumbs. There are a million variations and additions that you can make to this recipe! Be creative!

Provided by LPATTERSON1978

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
salt to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, halved and sliced
4 medium tomatoes, sliced
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup dry bread crumbs for topping
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season the eggplant slices with salt, and let stand for about 10 minutes. Drain off liquid.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly brown the eggplant slices on each side.
  • Place a layer of the eggplant slices in an 8 inch square baking dish or casserole dish. Place some tomato slices over the eggplant, and then a few slices of onion. Repeat layers until you run out of eggplant. Pour balsamic vinegar over everything. In a small bowl, stir together the bread crumbs and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread in a layer over the vegetables.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown and the eggplant is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 212.6 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

EGGPLANT SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



Eggplant Sausage Casserole image

If you want your kids to happily eat their eggplant, serve it in this lovely layered casserole. Our whole family enjoys it. Always a popular potluck item, it's a great company dish, as well. -Carol Mieske, Red Bluff, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Set sausage aside., In the same skillet, saute eggplant and onion in oil. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, basil and paprika; simmer, partially covered, for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; stir into eggplant mixture. Add sausage., Spread half of the sausage mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spread with ricotta cheese. Top with half of the cheese and remaining sausage mixture., Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Fat 36g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1066mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CHEESY EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



Cheesy Eggplant Casserole image

I am not real big on eggplant but I cook it for my husband. This dish was thrown together in a hurry and it turned out to be DELICIOUS. I even ate the leftovers.

Provided by Renee' Levins

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 eggplant, peeled and diced
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup dry bread stuffing mix
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the eggplant in a medium microwave safe dish. Cook, stirring once, in the microwave 5 minutes on High, or until tender. Transfer to a 9x9 inch baking dish. Mix in 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, stuffing mix, garlic, onion, and egg. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Top with remaining cheese, and continue baking 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1078.3 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm and heavy for their size, with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid eggplants that are soft or have wrinkles or blemishes.
  • Prep the eggplant properly: To prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil, salt the eggplant slices and let them rest for 30 minutes before cooking. This will draw out the moisture and make them less likely to soak up oil.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheeses in this recipe. Some good options include mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and ricotta.
  • Don't overcook the eggplant: Eggplant is a delicate vegetable that can easily become mushy if overcooked. Cook the eggplant slices just until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Serve immediately: This casserole is best served hot out of the oven. The eggplant will start to lose its texture and flavor if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Eggplant, aubergine, and cheese casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and cheese, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy casserole recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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