ROASTED EGGPLANT LASAGNA

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With a vegetarian on my guest list, I was inspired to make this lasagna for a party. Watching the cheese bubbling and smelling roasting veggies, I couldn't wait for the party to start. Everyone went home with the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 small eggplant
2 small zucchini
5 plum tomatoes, seeded
1 large sweet red pepper
1 large onion, cut into small wedges
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2/3 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2-3/4 cups milk
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons shredded Asiago cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 no-cook lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • Cut eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes and red pepper into 1-in. pieces; place in a large bowl. Add onion, oil, 2 tablespoons basil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss. Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in olives. , In a large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Add bay leaf and nutmeg. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 3 tablespoons Parmesan, Asiago and remaining basil, salt and pepper. Discard bay leaf. , Spread a fourth of the sauce in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with 2-1/3 cups vegetables, 1/4 cup mozzarella and three noodles. Repeat layers. Top with a fourth of the sauce, remaining vegetables, mozzarella, sauce and Parmesan. Cover and bake at 375° for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Shining Stars
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This lasagna is a must-try for any eggplant lover. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Adil Adilzeshan
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This lasagna is a great vegetarian option. It's packed with flavor and it's sure to please everyone at your table.


Samantha Gaetzke
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and it's also a delicious and healthy meal.


bdallsimtips
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This lasagna is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the roasted eggplant and the lasagna is always a hit.


Mr Najimul
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks or dinner parties.


Ty Claridge
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This lasagna is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Caleb Tieman
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this lasagna. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Javed Javed
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This lasagna was delicious! The eggplant was roasted perfectly and the lasagna was cheesy and flavorful.


Hussein Hussein
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Md Bachu
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Darlene Patrick
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I ate two pieces!


Noor Tanjila Rahman
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This lasagna was easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Serenity Butler
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was roasted perfectly and the lasagna was very flavorful.


Students Blogs
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was starting to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. It turned out great! The eggplant was roasted perfectly and the lasagna was delicious.


Josue Oliva
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Justin Meis
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This roasted eggplant lasagna was a hit with my family! The eggplant was perfectly roasted and the lasagna was cheesy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.