EGGPLANT RICOTTA BAKE
Pinched from Gourmet Girl Cooks
Provided by Lisa Johnson
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 450 F. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast in oven till tender and golden, about 20-30 minutes (you could also cook eggplant slices on a gas or charcoal grill until tender
- 2. In a bowl, whisk ricotta, eggs, 1/2 cup of the Romano cheese, fresh basil, salt and pepper.
- 3. Lower temperature to 375. Brush the bottom and the sides of an 2-1/2 to 3 quart square or oblong casserole dish with oil. Place 1/4 of the roasted eggplant down, spread with marinara, more eggplant, half of the ricotta mixture, repeat everything ending with ricotta on top. Spread remaining 1/2 cup of Romano over top.
- 4. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with a side of pasta, if desired.
- 5. ***Important: Let cool for about 15 minutes so that everything sets and it isn't runny.
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