Eggplant (Aubergine) And Tomato Crisp
- Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
- 2 medium eggplants, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- Topping
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 6 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
- basil leaves, for garnish
- Preheat oven to 425u0b0. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; brush on both sides of eggplant, bell pepper and tomato slices.
- Place vegetables on a large baking sheet. Jellyroll pan works nice.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes.
- Lightly coat a shallow casserole or gratin dish with cooking spray.
- Place a layer of eggplant on bottom; top with a layer of bell pepper, then a layer of sliced tomatoes.
- Repeat layers, using all remaining vegetables and ending with a layer of tomatoes.
- Mix together all topping ingredients except fresh basil leaves.
- Sprinkle over vegetables.
- Bake for 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/eggplant-aubergine-and-tomato-crisp-189787 (may not work)