EGGPLANT WITH MUSHROOM STUFFING

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We had an abundance of eggplant in our garden one year, so I was happy to find this recipe, especially since it was such a hit with my family. It's not hard to make, and the best part is it's perfect for two people. -Joyce Towles, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small eggplant
1 tablespoon salt
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup soft bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Dash pepper
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Cut eggplant in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in.-thick shell. Set shell aside. Chop pulp; place in a colander over a plate. Sprinkle with salt; let stand for 30 minutes. Blot moisture with a paper towel., In a skillet, saute eggplant pulp and onion in butter until tender. Add the bread crumbs, mushrooms, parsley and pepper. Spoon into eggplant shells. , Place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 3941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

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