TEX-MEX EGGPLANT MELTS

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Slices of eggplant are sprinkled with chili powder, baked, then topped with slices of red onion, tomato, avocado and pepper-jack cheese and broiled to melt the cheese. This makes a great side dish with a Southwestern-style dinner. Also great for appetizers. I'm even thinking this would be great for breakfast with a fried egg! I wonder if it would stay on top of the stack? Adapted from Better Homes & Gardens magazine.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Cheese

Time 47m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices from one large eggplants (1/2-inch)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
4 slices red onions
4 tomatoes, slices
1 avocado, peeled and cut into 8 slices
4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
sour cream (to garnish)
cilantro (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Brush both sides of each eggplant slice with the olive oil.
  • Place on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle the top side of each slice with chili powder.
  • Bake at 350 degrees about 30 minutes, or until tender.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven; top each eggplant slice with onion, tomato, avocado and cheese. Broil 1-2 minutes or till the cheese melts and is bubbly.
  • Garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a little cilantro. Enjoy!

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