French Style Stuffed Eggplants

Eggplants, also known as aubergines, are native to India and were introduced to Europe by the Arabs during the Middle Ages.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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French Style Stuffed Eggplants

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 large Eggplants
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 2 chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/2-inch (3 cm) border.
3. Chop the scooped-out eggplant flesh and set aside.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the chopped eggplant flesh and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the tomatoes, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
8. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture thickens.
9. Stuff the eggplant halves with the filling mixture.
10. Place the stuffed eggplants on a baking sheet and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
11. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the eggplants are tender and the tops are golden brown.
12. Let the stuffed eggplants rest for 10 minutes before serving.
13. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 8g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.