PARMA EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)

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This is one of the better Eggplant dishes I've had. The ham really makes all the difference. If you cant find Parma Ham use a nice smoked ham.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Ham

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium eggplants
salt
3/4 cup olive oil
12 slices parma ham
3 sweet bell peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded and sliced
2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano leaves
1 cup freshly ground parmesan cheese
fresh ground black pepper
2 cups fresh tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • If the eggplants are fresh slice them into 3/4 inch slices, unpeeled.
  • If not so fresh peel and then slice.
  • Sprinkle the slices with salt and place on 3 layers of paper towels.
  • Let stand for 3 hours.
  • Remove from wet towels and pat dry.
  • Heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a large heavy skillet-cast iron if youve got it.
  • Add a few slices of the eggplant and cook to nicely browned on both sides.
  • Repeat until done and add more oil as needed.
  • Let the cooked eggplant drain on more paper towels.
  • In a medium sized casserole dish make a layer on the bottom with 1/2 of the eggplant, then 1/2 of the ham, 1/2 of the peppers, 1/2 of the oregano, 1/2 of the parmesan and 1/2 of the sauce.
  • Salt and pepper lightly and repeat layers.
  • Bake for around 40 to 50 minutes or until hot, bubbly and the cheese lightly browned.

Namkha TWangchuk
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


rizwan rasheed
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I had some trouble finding eggplant at my local grocery store, but I was able to find it at a farmers market. It was worth the effort, because this dish was delicious.


Fatima Ishtiaq
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just because I used a hotter pepper. Other than that, it was a great recipe.


Omar White
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Hashem Hamed
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a very affordable meal.


Kirsten Mcneil
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful.


Seyab Khan
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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 hit with my family.


Akbar Akbar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.


Chigbu Udo
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Sikhalazo Mubaiwa
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The eggplant was very tender and the sauce was very flavorful.


Mukhtar Ahmad
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. The eggplant is so flavorful and the sauce is just perfect.


Kyobe Amos
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The eggplant was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce was also very good.


Omar Naguib
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This dish was a hit with my family! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.