Easy and Delicious Eggplant Dish Recipe

Easy and Delicious Eggplant Dish Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants, sliced thinly

• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 3 large tomatoes, sliced thinly
• Oil, for brushing
• Italian herbs, to taste
• 140g (5 ounces) spinach, chopped
• 4 tbsp ricotta cheese
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Seasoning or other spices of choice, to taste
• 200g (1.5 pounds) Mozzarella cheese, cut into small bite-sized pieces
• Neapolitan sauce or any tomato sauce
• 30g (1 ounce) parmesan cheese, grated

Nutrition Information

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 10g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sodium: 700mg

Preparation Time

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Eggplants

1. Slice and Soak Eggplants:
   • Slice the eggplants thinly, then transfer them into a large bowl.
   • Fill the bowl with water until the eggplants are fully submerged.
   • Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and let the eggplants soak for about 10 to 15 minutes.
   • Drain the eggplants and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. Season and Bake Eggplants:
   • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
   • Brush a sheet pan with oil, then spread the eggplants on the pan.
   • Season the eggplants with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste. Drizzle oil over the eggplants and use a brush to spread the seasoning evenly.
   • Repeat the seasoning for another layer of eggplants if needed.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Spinach Filling

1. Mix Spinach and Ricotta:
   • In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, 4 tablespoons of ricotta cheese, minced garlic, and other spices or seasonings of your choice.
   • Mix until well combined.
2. Prepare Mozzarella:
   • Cut the mozzarella cheese into small bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Dish

1. Brush Baking Dish:
   • Brush your baking dish with oil and sprinkle with Italian herbs.
2. Layer Ingredients:
   • Place the eggplants on the side of the baking dish, letting the other half hang over the edge.
   • Add and spread half of the spinach filling over the eggplants. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
   • Spread some Neapolitan sauce or any tomato sauce over the spinach filling.
   • Add a layer of sliced tomatoes and top with mozzarella cheese.
   • Add the remaining eggplants, spreading another layer of Neapolitan sauce or tomato sauce.
   • Fold the overlapped tomatoes on the side towards the center and use the eggplants to cover the entire baking dish.
3. Finish and Bake:
   • Drizzle with more oil if preferred and sprinkle the top with grated parmesan cheese.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Conclusion

This Easy Eggplant Dish is a delicious, healthy meal that everyone will love. The combination of tender eggplant, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, all topped with a rich tomato sauce and parmesan, is simply irresistible. Enjoy this dish as a main course or a hearty side.