Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the captivating flavors of Creole cuisine in a hearty and comforting casserole. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe for an eggplant aubergine Creole casserole, a dish that harmoniously blends the rich, smoky notes of roasted eggplant with an array of aromatic spices, succulent tomatoes, and the soulful warmth of Creole seasonings. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of flavors as you explore a symphony of textures, from the tender softness of the eggplant to the crispiness of bell peppers and the savory, juicy embrace of ground beef. Allow your senses to be captivated by the harmonious interplay of spices, the tangy brightness of tomatoes, and the tantalizing aroma of sautéed onions and garlic.
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EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CASSEROLE
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
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.
BAKED CREOLE EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)
From the old Delmonico's Restaurant. That's the old classic Delmonico's, before it became Emeril's Delmonico. I have no idea if this dish or anything like it is still on the menu, but it's most certainly worth making at home ... a Creole classic!
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil eggplants until soft.
- Saute onion, chopped shrimp, and celery in butter or oil; combine with eggplant.
- Put in baking pan and sprinkle with bread crumbs or cracker crumbs.
- Bake approximately 30 minutes at 350°F.
EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CREOLE CASSEROLE
tasty and easy recipe. serve with a garden green salad, with large slivers of parma cheese and a glass of red wine. Delicious.
Provided by andypandy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Wash and slice the eggplant.
- Sprinkle well with some salt in a strainer and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Rinse salt off well, and pat dry on towelling.
- Heat the first amount of oil in a fry pan and saute each slice of eggplant just until golden with brown colourings.
- Arrange eggplant in the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking pan.
- Hint: sometimes I brush oil on my eggplant and place on a cookie sheet, and bake in the oven turning once to brown each side, maybe a total of 12 minutes, instead of the frying.
- Also with the pan frying you might have to add more oil, as the eggplant will absorb the oil.
- (or use peanut oil which does not get too absorbed into vegie.).
- After layering into your baking dish set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat the second tablespoon on olive oil in a skillet and saute onion, peppers, and celery for 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and cook two minutes.
- Add the paste, and water and spices.
- Cook until thickened.
- Pour over the eggplant evenly.
- Sprinkle with the romano cheese.
- Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.
- Sprinkle with the black pepper freshly ground.
- Bake in the oven until cheese is melted and browned and all is heated thru.
- approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- As you can tell from this recipe each item is already cooked to your preference before going into the oven for final 15 minutes.
- So the thickness of the sauce and doness of the eggplant is already almost to its peak.
- Alternative topping.
- 3 whole eggs, a quarter cup of cheese grated and 1 cup bread crumbs, make a paste and smear over the top evenly (like a pie crust) then place in oven to bake the 20 minutes.
CREOLE STUFFED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)
I love eggplant, and am always looking for delicious new ways of preparing them. Here's an interesting recipe for stuffing the purple beauties! :)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Heat the butter and olive oil together in large skillet.
- Add the onion, celery, and garlic and saute over low heat until the onion is translucent.
- Add the diced bell pepper and continue to saute until the onion is golden.
- In the meantime, stem the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise.
- With a sharp knife, score each half several times lengthwise and across, carefully removing the pulp.
- Leave a sturdy shell of about 1/4" all around.
- Chop the eggplant pulp and add it to the skillet mixture along with all the remaining ingredients except the bread crumbs.
- Add a bit of water, just enough to keep the mixture moist.
- Simmer, covered, over low heat until the eggplant is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the bread crumbs.
- Set the eggplant shells in an oiled shallow baking dish, which should be of a size that they can be securely propped up against each other.
- Stuff the eggplant shells with the sauteed mixture, then drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of melted butter apiece.
- Bake at 375 degrees F for 30-40 minutes, or until the shells are tender but not collapsed.
- Serve with a bit of grated Parmesan for garnish.
- Note: if you do not like green bell pepper, you might want to try substituting with orange, yellow, or red bell pepper.
CREOLE EGGPLANT CASSEROLE
There are several eggplant casserole recipes on this site, but this is my all time favorite. I found it on NOLA.com a few years ago and tweeked it a bit.
Provided by graniteangel
Categories Creole
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Peel the eggplants and cut them into large cubes. Place the cubes in a large saucepan and sprinkle them with 1 teaspoon of the salt. Add 2 cups water and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let cook until the eggplant is soft, about 45 minutes. Drain off the water and mash the eggplant well with a potato masher, or puree in a food processor or blender.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F Brown the ground beef in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Pour off the excess fat. Add the onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Stir well, cover, and let cook until the vegetables are transparent, about 20 minutes. Stir in the thyme, the rest of the salt and the peppers, and cook for 5-7 minutes more. Mix in the pureed eggplant, cook 2 minutes more, and remove from heat. Stir in 1 3/4 cups of the bread crumbs.
- Butter a casserole dish and sprinkle with the remaining bread crumbs. Pour in the eggplant mixture and bake in the oven until bubbling and just beginning to brown, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.1, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 20.6, Sodium 808.7, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 8.2, Protein 11.5
Tips:
- Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm and heavy for their size. Avoid eggplants that have blemishes or wrinkles.
- Slice the eggplant evenly: This will help them cook evenly. If the slices are too thick, they will not cook through properly. If the slices are too thin, they will become mushy.
- Salt the eggplant slices: This will help to draw out the bitterness. Rinse the eggplant slices thoroughly after salting them.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or skillet: This will help to prevent the eggplant from sticking. A cast iron skillet is a good option.
- Cook the eggplant over medium heat: This will help to prevent the eggplant from burning. Stir the eggplant occasionally to ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pot or skillet: If you overcrowd the pot or skillet, the eggplant will not cook evenly. Cook the eggplant in batches if necessary.
- Season the eggplant to taste: You can season the eggplant with a variety of spices, such as garlic, onion, paprika, and cumin. You can also add fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme.
- Serve the eggplant hot or cold: Eggplant casserole can be served hot or cold. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
Eggplant Creole casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover eggplant, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying eggplant Creole casserole that your family and friends will love.
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