EGGPLANT RICOTTA BAKE

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Pinched from Gourmet Girl Cooks

Provided by Lisa Johnson

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggplants, sliced lengthwise 3/4" thick, leave skin on
1 lb ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1 c romano cheese, grated, divided
fresh chopped basil
2 c marinara sauce
olive oil to brush on eggplants
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 F. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in oven till tender and golden, about 20-30 minutes (you could also cook eggplant slices on a gas or charcoal grill until tender
  • 2. In a bowl, whisk ricotta, eggs, 1/2 cup of the Romano cheese, fresh basil, salt and pepper.
  • 3. Lower temperature to 375. Brush the bottom and the sides of an 2-1/2 to 3 quart square or oblong casserole dish with oil. Place 1/4 of the roasted eggplant down, spread with marinara, more eggplant, half of the ricotta mixture, repeat everything ending with ricotta on top. Spread remaining 1/2 cup of Romano over top.
  • 4. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with a side of pasta, if desired.
  • 5. ***Important: Let cool for about 15 minutes so that everything sets and it isn't runny.

Katty Mayter
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


Abel Abi
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the ricotta filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahamuda Sumi
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think I would have liked it better with more spices.


Desai Chishimba
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This recipe is so good! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the ricotta filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


what sup doc
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This was such an easy recipe to follow and adjust. Used a whole wheat sub roll, no mozzarella.Skipped the salt and parm. Turned out great!


CALEB CLAY
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Even my picky husband loved this. You have a winner!


Saleem jamali
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I've made this twice now, the second time with fresh basil from my garden. So good!


Mustaqeem Khan
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This was flavorful and easy. Great eggplant parmesan alternative!


Khadar Adam
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I found this dish to be a bit too time-consuming to make. I think I would have liked it better if it had been easier to prepare.


TUMUHAIRWE BABRA
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less salt.


Deran Green
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I found this dish to be a bit too oily. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less olive oil.


Zohiab Rauf
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with more spices.


Abdul Mohd
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


BEN JIMENEZ
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh eggplant from my garden, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


jems Aldin
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the ricotta filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Fahadbro Jutt
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of eggplant, ricotta, and tomato sauce is simply irresistible.


Riaz Ahmad
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This eggplant ricotta bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.