EGGPLANT, MOZZARELLA, AND PESTO GRATINS
Categories Side Bake Vegetarian Mozzarella Basil Eggplant Summer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 (main-course) servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1/4 cup oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add eggplant to oil and sauté until light brown, turning once and adding up to 2 tablespoons more oil as necessary, about 1 minute per side. Transfer eggplant to paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook tomatoes in boiling water for 1 1/2 minutes. Peel, seed, and chop into 1/2-inch pieces. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, and half of garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Add tomato, thyme, 2 tablespoons water, and bay leaf; reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Season tomato mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place basil, 3 tablespoons oil, pine nuts, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, and remaining half of garlic in processor; puree. Set pesto aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place 4 individual gratin dishes (about 7x4 3/4 inches) on rimmed baking sheet. Place 2 slices eggplant in 1 prepared dish. Top with 1/4 of tomato mixture, 3 slices mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons pesto, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering of remaining ingredients in 3 gratin dishes. Bake until heated through, about 8 minutes. Preheat broiler. Broil until cheese bubbles, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.
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Haider Jani
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, and the mozzarella and pesto were a perfect match.
Germaine Moran
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so well. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This gratin was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it.
HIGH BRAIN
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so well. I will definitely be making this again.
Shahid Abbasi
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I had some leftover eggplant and mozzarella, and I didn't know what to do with them. This gratin was the perfect solution.
Charmaine Kanyare
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, and the mozzarella and pesto were a perfect match.
Deny Games
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so well. I will definitely be making this again.
joseph chukwu
[email protected]This gratin was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it.
Pramanix Ch
[email protected]Loved this recipe! It was easy to follow, and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This dish was amazing! The eggplant was so tender, and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.
Tasha King
[email protected]I made this gratin for my family, and they loved it! The eggplant was cooked perfectly, and the mozzarella and pesto were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Nigar Alam
[email protected]This gratin is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a great dish to serve for a crowd. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it reheats well.
Lealem Yitayal
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes, and this gratin definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor, and the combination of eggplant, mozzarella, and pesto is divine. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I had some leftover eggplant and mozzarella, and I didn't know what to do with them. This gratin was the perfect solution. It was quick and easy to make, and it tasted delicious.
Egwunyenga John
[email protected]I made this gratin for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I received several compliments on my cooking. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Lizzie SHACK
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The eggplant was roasted to perfection, and the combination of mozzarella and pesto was heavenly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sohan Rohan
[email protected]Loved this recipe! It was so easy to follow, and the results were amazing. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, and the mozzarella and pesto were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.
James Hairston
[email protected]This gratin was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The presentation was impressive, and the taste was even better. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Cailynn Frison
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind. The eggplant was so tender and flavorful, and the combination of mozzarella and pesto was divine. I highly recommend this recipe!
N8VHUNY
[email protected]This eggplant mozzarella and pesto gratin was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible, and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.