GRILLED EGGPLANT, TOMATO AND 2-CHEESE SANDWICHES

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Grilled Eggplant, Tomato And 2-Cheese Sandwiches image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     lunch, main course

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 eggplant, about 1 1/2 pounds
8 ounces zucchini
Pan spray
Small loaf unsliced country bread
2 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese (to yield 1/2 cup coarsely grated, tightly packed)
1 ounce Parmigiano Reggiano (to yield 1/3 cup coarsely grated)
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Few sprigs basil to yield 2 tablespoons chopped
1 pound ripe tomatoes
Black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash and trim eggplant. Cut into 4 long slices and parboil in water to cover for 1 minute. Drain.
  • Wash, trim and slice zucchini lengthwise into 4 slices.
  • Prepare double-size stovetop grill and spray the slices on one side with pan spray. Arrange them on the grill sprayed side down, and grill on the stovetop grill for a couple of minutes. Spray and turn and grill a few more minutes, until tender.
  • Slice crust from ends of the bread. Cut into 4 long slices.
  • Coarsely grate the cheeses.
  • Remove the zucchini from the grill; set aside.
  • Mix the anchovy paste with the vinegar.
  • Spread the eggplant slices on one side with anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill on stovetop over medium-high heat for a few minutes, until browned.
  • Grill the bread on both sides.
  • Chop the basil. Prepare and slice each tomato into 4 thick slices.
  • Turn the eggplant and brush with vinegar-anchovy mixture, then spray with pan spray and grill a couple of minutes, until browned on the other side.
  • Arrange the eggplant, mozzarella, zucchini, Parmigiano, tomatoes and basil on each of two slices. Season with pepper. Top with remaining bread and cut in half.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 776, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 105 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1310 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Augustin Omozokpia
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I can't wait to make this sandwich again!


Salman zahoor
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This sandwich is a great way to enjoy the flavors of summer.


Sohag V S Khan
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I highly recommend this sandwich to anyone who loves grilled eggplant.


Leaj Nabulya
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This is one of my favorite grilled eggplant recipes.


Jacob Maybrier
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I'm definitely going to be making this sandwich again and again.


Tasmit Afzal
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This sandwich is so easy to make, it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Sara Kamran
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The two cheeses in this sandwich melt perfectly together.


Bishal Roy
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I love the smoky flavor of the grilled eggplant in this sandwich.


Aldahir Morales
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This sandwich is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Abdullah Gabol
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I've made this sandwich several times and it's always a hit.


Egbo Chinwendu Grace
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This sandwich is perfect for a picnic or a potluck.


Jaweria Naveed
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I also like to add a little pesto to this sandwich for extra flavor.


Raki Bajracharya
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This sandwich is a great way to use up leftover grilled eggplant.


Karen Oropesa
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I would definitely recommend this sandwich to anyone who is looking for a delicious and healthy meatless meal.


Cynthia Collins
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This sandwich is also very easy to make. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Boe Baybe17
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I love the way the flavors of the eggplant, tomatoes, and cheeses come together in this sandwich.


Pamela Mastbergen
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The combination of grilled eggplant, tomatoes, and two cheeses is perfect. The eggplant is tender and smoky, the tomatoes are juicy and flavorful, and the cheeses are melted and gooey.


Snenhlanhla Vusani
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This grilled eggplant, tomato, and 2-cheese sandwich is a delicious and healthy meatless meal.