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Aubergine Parmigiana

Mon, 29 May 2023

Aubergine Parmigiana
INGREDIENTS
 
•     2 large aubergines
•     4 tablespoons olive oil
•     2 cloves garlic, minced
•     1/2 tsp salt
•     800g tinned chopped tomatoes
•     1 teaspoon dried oregano
•     1 tsp brown sugar
•     1 tsp onion powder
•     1 tsp garlic powder
•     Salt, to taste
•     Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
•     250g ricotta
•     200g smoked mozzarella cheese (scamorza), grated
•     100g mozzarella
•     100g Parmesan cheese, grated
•     Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
 
METHOD
 
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the aubergines into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Brush both sides of the slices with olive oil and place them on a baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the slices are tender and lightly golden.
3. While the aubergine slices are baking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and sprinkle in the dried oregano, onion and garlic powder and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
5. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of aubergine slices on top, slightly overlapping each other. Dot over the ricotta. Sprinkle a portion of the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the aubergines. Repeat the layering process until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
6. Bake the Aubergine Parmigiana in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
7. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
8. Serve the Aubergine Parmigiana warm, as a main course with a fattoush salad. 

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