EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) FIT FOR A SHEIK (SHEIK AL MIHSHEE)

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My grandmother NEVER told me this was eggplant, or I never would have eaten it. Darn it! I guess I really DO like eggplant. The nerve of her! Prep time includes time to allow eggplant "sweat" or drain.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large eggplant, sliced and unpeeled (2 lb)
1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef
1 (22 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon salt
pepper
1/4 teaspoon clove
2 crushed garlic cloves
2 medium onions, sliced (or chopped)
2 -3 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Lay out slices of eggplant on a large platter, and sprinkle with salt.
  • Let sit for approx 1/2 an hour.
  • Drain off water.
  • Brown meat and onions.
  • Add garlic, cook and stir for another minute, then drain.
  • Combine tomatoes with remaining seasonings.
  • Butter a casserole.
  • Layer half beef mixture, eggplant, tomatoes.
  • Repeat.
  • Cover.
  • Bake in an 450°F oven for 1 hour.

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