Best 14 Tomato Eggplant Aubergine Casserole Recipes

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Tomato eggplant aubergine casserole is a delightful dish that effortlessly encapsulates the essence of rustic Italian cuisine. It's a symphony of flavors where sweet tomatoes, tender eggplant, savory herbs, and creamy cheese come together in a harmonious dance. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or an aspiring culinary enthusiast, embarking on the culinary adventure of crafting this delectable casserole promises an unforgettable dining experience. As you immerse yourself in the divine medley of textures and flavors, be prepared to savor a dish that will transport you to the sun-drenched fields of Italy, where culinary traditions intertwine with the warmth of family gatherings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

EGGPLANT TOMATO BAKE



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This is a simple, easy and low-fat recipe.

Provided by CADEAUX

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 eggplant, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
1 tomato, sliced
¼ cup grated fat-free Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick oil spray. Arrange eggplant rounds on the cookie sheet and sprinkle Parmesan over the eggplant. Layer one slice of tomato on top of each eggplant round. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

TOMATO EGGPLANT BAKE



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Cheesy and delicious, this casserole features a crisp crumb topping. It's a good meatless entree for a summer-time meal.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium eggplant (1 pound), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
Salt to taste
1 large tomato, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
4 slices mozzarella cheese, cut into thirds
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place eggplant slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. , Preheat oven to 450°. Layer eggplant, tomato and onion in a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with basil. Cover and bake 20 minutes. , Toss bread crumbs and remaining butter. Arrange mozzarella cheese over vegetables; sprinkle with crumb mixture and Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g 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

EGGPLANT AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



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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, TOMATO AND CHICKPEA CASSEROLE



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This dish is based on a Middle Eastern staple traditionally served with fresh Arabic bread at room temperature, though I like to serve it warm. The casserole tastes best if made a day ahead.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, casseroles

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large eggplant or 2 medium (1 pound), peeled if desired, cut in half lengthwise, then sliced about 1/2 inch thick
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, sliced thin across the grain
2 to 4 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
1 (28-ounce) can chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Pinch of sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 sprig basil
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and brush the foil with olive oil. Place the eggplant slices on the foil, sprinkle with salt and brush each slice lightly with oil. Place in the oven for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from the heat, and carefully fold the foil in half over the eggplant. Crimp the edges together, so that the eggplant is sealed inside the foil and will continue to steam and soften. Leave for at least 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the tomato sauce. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes, and add the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about a minute. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, cinnamon, basil and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer, and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for 20 to 25 minutes, until the sauce is thick and fragrant. Add freshly ground pepper, then taste and adjust salt. Remove the basil sprig, and stir in the drained chickpeas.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil a 2-quart baking dish or gratin. Cover the bottom with thin layer of tomato sauce, and make a layer of half the eggplant. Spoon half the remaining sauce over the eggplant, and repeat the layers.
  • Bake 30 minutes, until bubbling. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle on the parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 212, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 739 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

AUBERGINE, TOMATO & PARMESAN BAKE (MELANZANE ALLA PARMIGIANA)



Aubergine, tomato & Parmesan bake (Melanzane alla Parmigiana) image

Every Italian cook has their own version of this classic aubergine dish. It's even better made a day ahead

Provided by Ursula Ferrigno

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Vegetable

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 garlic cloves, crushed
6 tbsp olive oil
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato purée
4 aubergines, cut into long, 5mm thick slices
85g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), freshly grated
20g pack basil, leaves torn
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. In a shallow pan, mix together the garlic and 4 tbsp of the olive oil. Cook over a high heat for 3 mins, tip in the tomatoes, then simmer for 8 mins, stirring every now and then. Stir in the tomato purée.
  • Meanwhile, heat a griddle pan until very hot. Brush a few of the aubergines with a little oil, then add to the pan. Cook over a high heat until well browned and cooked through, about 5-7 mins. Turn them halfway through cooking. Lift onto kitchen paper and do the next batch.
  • When all the aubergines are cooked, lay a few of them in the bottom of an ovenproof dish, then spoon over some sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan and basil leaves. Add seasoning, then repeat this process with the remaining ingredients. Finally, pour the egg over the top, sprinkle over a little more Parmesan, then bake for 20 mins or until the topping is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.52 milligram of sodium

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.

MEDITERRANEAN EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) CASSEROLE



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This eggplant dish is from the "1 of a Kind" cookbook of the Junior League of Mobile, AL. I have not made this yet, but I did modify the recipe & add 2 ingredients I thot were a must to make this a classic dish. Altho the ingredient list appears lengthy, 7 are of the spice variety & the rest are common ingredients w/an easy prep. My best advice is strongly resist any temptation to leave out the cinnamon. Enjoy!

Provided by twissis

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 medium eggplants (unpeeled & sliced in 1/4 in thick slices)
3/4 cup olive oil (more as required)
1 cup onion (chopped)
1 cup celery (chopped)
1/2 cup green bell pepper (chopped)
1 cup fresh tomato (seeded & diced)
1/2 cup black olives (quartered or sliced)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 large eggs (beaten)
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons dry parmesan cheese (powder variety)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare onion, celery, green bell pepper, fresh tomato & black olives in stated quantity as directed & set aside.
  • Slice unpeeled eggplant into 1/4" thick slices. Put olive oil in a saute pan & cook eggplant slices (in batches) till just slightly tender. Remove from pan & set aside.
  • In the same pan, add onion, celery & bell pepper. Saute till crisp-tender.
  • Remove from heat & stir in chopped tomato, black olives, herbs & spices.
  • Place 1/3 of eggplant slices in a 9x13" baking dish. Top with 1/3 of veggie/spice mixture & repeat layering 2 more times. Bake 15 minutes.
  • While casserole is baking, beat eggs & set aside. In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp olive oil & Parmesan cheese. Mix well & set aside.
  • At 15 minutes, remove casserole from oven. Drizzle beaten eggs over surface, let them seep into the veggie mixture & move veggies around gently using a fork to aid this process as required.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumb, olive oil & Parmesan cheese mixture evenly over surface & return to oven for 15 min or till breadcrumbs are golden brown. Serve immediately.
  • NOTE: While the recipe did not suggest this, IMO this dish is capable of being expanded to a 1-dish meal w/the addition of your cooked grd meat of choice &/or crumbled feta cheese as another option.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.6, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 71.1, Sodium 373.1, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 7.7, Protein 7.5

TOMATO AND AUBERGINE GRATIN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup/125 ml olive oil
2 large onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 pepperoncino, smashed, optional
4 pounds/1.8 kg tomatoes, roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
A handful of fresh herb leaves, such as basil, parsley and rosemary
2 pounds/1 kg eggplant, sliced about 1/2 inch/1 cm thick
1 cup/80 g homemade breadcrumbs, toasted
Pinch chili powder, more to taste
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees F/230 degrees C.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a saute pan and cook the onions until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, bay leaf, and pepperoncino, and cook 1 minute. Then add the tomatoes and cook to a thick, chunky sauce, about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper and stir in the fresh herbs.
  • While the sauce cooks, brush the eggplant slices on both sides with olive oil and lay in a single layer on a baking sheet (you'll need to work in batches). Bake until golden and soft, about 15 minutes; turn and bake the other side, about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Turn the oven down to 375 degrees F/190 degrees C. Mix together the breadcrumbs with the chili powder.
  • In a large gratin dish, starting with just the thinnest smear of tomato sauce over the bottom, layer in the eggplant, then sauce, then breadcrumbs. Repeat until the dish is full. Scatter the Parmesan over top. Bake until the gratin is heated through, and the top golden, about 30 minutes. Serve.

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 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.

ROASTED TOMATO AND EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



Roasted Tomato and Eggplant Casserole image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     main course, side dish

Time 5h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds plum tomatoes (about 12 to 14), halved
Salt for seasoning, plus 1 teaspoon
Freshly ground black pepper for seasoning, plus 1/4 teaspoon
3 medium eggplants (about 3 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large red onions (about 3 pounds), halved and sliced
3 large yellow onions (about 3 pounds), halved and sliced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup white wine
2 cups homemade or low-sodium chicken stock
1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Season the cut sides of the tomatoes lightly with salt and pepper and place cut sides down on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake until the tomatoes are very lightly browned and collapsed, about 3 hours. Set aside.
  • Raise the oven temperature to 450 degrees. Sprinkle the eggplant slices lightly with salt and transfer them to a large colander to drain for 30 minutes. Wipe the slices dry with paper towels and place them in a single layer on one or more lightly oiled baking sheets. Roast the eggplant slices, turning once, until they are soft and lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large, heavy-bottomed kettle, heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add the red and yellow onions and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are very soft and lightly caramelized, about 25 minutes. (Lower the heat if the bottom of the pan begins to scorch.) Add the wine, stock, herbs and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Raise the heat to high and continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Lower the oven to 400 degrees. Spread a thin layer of the onion mixture in the bottom of a 13-by-9-inch baking pan. Top with half the eggplant slices, half the tomatoes and half of the remaining onions. Top with the remaining eggplant slices, tomatoes and onions.
  • Bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 35 to 40 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

EGGPLANT AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     side dish

Time 48m

Yield 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium-size eggplants (about 14 ounces each), trimmed and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
3 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup loosely packed basil leaves, cut crosswise into thin strips
4 medium-size tomatoes, cut crosswise in 1/4-inch slices
1 medium-size clove garlic, smashed, peeled and minced
3 teaspoons olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound mozzarella, grated

Steps:

  • Place one-third of the eggplant slices in an even layer in a 14-by-9-by-2-inch oval dish. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the salt. Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent power in a high-power oven for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven. Rinse eggplant slices and pat dry.
  • Repeat Steps 1 and 2 twice, with remaining eggplant slices.
  • Rinse and dry dish. Arrange half the eggplant in a single layer in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle with half the basil and half the garlic. Arrange half the tomato slices over the basil and garlic. Drizzle with half the olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cover with half the mozzarella. Repeat the layers.
  • Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent power in a high-power oven for 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven. Spoon the accumulated juices over the top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 486 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm eggplants for the best flavor and texture.
  • Salting the eggplant slices draws out the bitterness and helps them absorb less oil during cooking.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the eggplant slices in batches, so that they don't crowd the pan and cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the casserole dish when assembling the lasagna. The layers should be compact, but not squished.
  • Bake the lasagna at a high temperature for the first 20 minutes, then reduce the heat to finish cooking. This will help the cheese melt and bubble without burning.
  • Let the lasagna cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help it set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

This tomato eggplant casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. With its layers of tender eggplant, flavorful tomato sauce, and melted cheese, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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