ROASTED EGGPLANT SPREAD

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Roasted eggplant with garlic & cheese creates a wonderful combination of savory flavors. Spread it on crusty bread or pita chips, or serve with crudites. Simple and delicious.

Provided by TerriD.

Categories     Spreads

Time 50m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large eggplant (1 to 1-1/2 lbs.)
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup cheese, grated (Romano or Parmesan)
3 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Lightly grease baking sheet.
  • Cut eggplant in half lengthwise.
  • Place cut side down in baking sheet and bake about 40 minutes.
  • Cool and remove skin.
  • Using a food processor, puree eggplant, cream cheese, grated cheese and garlic until smooth.
  • Add oil in stream until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750.2, Fat 71.5, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 107.4, Sodium 611.9, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 6.8, Protein 13.9

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