EGGPLANT AL FORNO

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Categories     Lamb     Bake

Yield 4 stacks

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 medium eggplants, (about 1 1/2 pounds total), ends trimmed, cut into six 1/4-inch-thick rounds each
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/4 pounds ground lamb
1 whole, peeled plum tomatoes, (28-ounces), drained
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Salt eggplant well, arrange in colanders, and place weighted bowls on top. Let drain for 30 minutes. Rinse and dry. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 teaspoon black pepper; cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Add oregano, cinnamon, cumin, and cayenne; cook 2 minutes more. Add lamb, and cook until it browns, about 5 minutes. Drain fat from pan. Break up tomatoes, and add to pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until sauce starts to thicken, about 8 minutes. Place 4 eggplant slices in an 8-inch square baking pan, and top with a third of the sauce. Repeat twice, making four three-layer stacks. Combine 1 teaspoon parsley and breadcrumbs; sprinkle over the top. Cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more. Sprinkle with remaining parsley; serve hot.

BENJAMIN ____________
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Md Sajjat
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This recipe is too expensive. I can't afford to buy all of the ingredients.


Sayed Rahman
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I don't like the ingredients in this recipe. I'm allergic to tomatoes.


Ashfaq Jutt
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This recipe looks too complicated for me. I'm not a very good cook.


Ambrose Venture
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never cooked eggplant before.


Luutu Victor
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this recipe might change my mind.


Francis Mokwagbe
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This recipe is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing.


Samicorniuous- Roblox
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I'm always looking for new eggplant recipes. This one looks like a winner.


Rovisa Mandume
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This recipe is on my to-cook list. I'm sure it will be a hit with my family.


arian Shawon
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Samara Khan
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients.


Sujit Singh
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I love the crispy topping on this dish. It adds a nice crunch to the soft eggplant.


Hassan Basri
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This dish is so versatile. You can serve it as a main course, a side dish, or an appetizer.


Brown Lewis
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I always have eggplant in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


raheem gul
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's one of my go-to recipes when I'm entertaining guests.


Cherry Ann Nicor
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sakshyam KC
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I love the way this dish looks. It's so colorful and inviting.


Irakoze Brilliant
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Aakash
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful.


John Ford
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This eggplant al forno recipe is a keeper! The eggplant was cooked to perfection, and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the combination of the eggplant, tomatoes, and cheese.