2 large eggplants, sliced lengthwise 3/4-inch thick (8 slices)
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta or cottage cheese
3 large eggs
1 cup grated Parmesan, divided
2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano leaves
2 cups of your favorite Marinara Sauce
1 lb Ground beef
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Arrange sliced eggplant in a single layer on 2 sheet pans. Brush on both sides using 3 tablespoons of oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the eggplant until it is soft and golden. Turn slices halfway through, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet brown ground beef with onions, garlic. Add Marinara Sauce.
In a large bowl add the ricotta, eggs, 1/2 cup Parmesan, oregano, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix well. Brush an 8-inch baking dish with oil.
Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Lay 4 slices on top followed by the ricotta mixture. Lay another 4 slices of eggplant and finish with marinara sauce. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan. Bake until golden brown, at 350 degrees, for 30 minutes.
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