EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) LASAGNA RECIPE - FOOD.COM

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Lasagna Recipe - Food.com image

A tasty vegetarian alternative to the meaty variety..

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 teaspoons olive oil
500 g eggplants, sliced lengthwise, unpeeled about 5mm thick (or 17.6 oz)
1 (440 g) can tomato puree (or 15.5 oz )
1 (440 g) can tomatoes, drained and chopped (or 15.5 oz)
1 tablespoon finely chopped oregano
1 tablespoon chopped basil
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the griller.
  • Combine the lemon juice and olive oil and brush it on the eggplant slices.
  • Lay them in a single layer on a nonstick baking tray and grill both sides for about 3 minutes each or until golden brown.
  • Preheat the oven to 180C degrees.
  • In a bowl combine the tomato puree, tomatoes, oregano, basil, cayenne pepper and garlic.
  • In another bowl combine the parmesan and breadcrumbs.
  • Spoon one third of the tomato mixture into the base of a lasagne or casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with one third of the breadcrumb mixture and cover with a layer of eggplant.
  • Spread half the ricotta cheese over the eggplant and continue to layer in the same order, ending with the breadcrumb mixture (in my case hopefully).
  • Scatter the mozzarella cheese over the top and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
  • Serve with salad and crusty bread.

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