EGGPLANT IN TOMATO SAUCE

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Things don't get much quicker than this mouthwatering side dish from Edna Hoffman. The Hebron, Indiana reader broils sliced eggplant before topping it with a speedy garlic-seasoned tomato sauce and a little Parmesan cheese.-Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Cut eggplant lengthwise into 1/2-in. thick slices. Place on a broiler pan. Brush with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until tender. , Meanwhile, heat the tomato sauce and garlic powder. Drizzle over eggplant. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.