EGGPLANT AL FORNO

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Categories     Lamb     Bake

Yield 4 stacks

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 medium eggplants, (about 1 1/2 pounds total), ends trimmed, cut into six 1/4-inch-thick rounds each
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/4 pounds ground lamb
1 whole, peeled plum tomatoes, (28-ounces), drained
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Salt eggplant well, arrange in colanders, and place weighted bowls on top. Let drain for 30 minutes. Rinse and dry. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, 1 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 teaspoon black pepper; cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Add oregano, cinnamon, cumin, and cayenne; cook 2 minutes more. Add lamb, and cook until it browns, about 5 minutes. Drain fat from pan. Break up tomatoes, and add to pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until sauce starts to thicken, about 8 minutes. Place 4 eggplant slices in an 8-inch square baking pan, and top with a third of the sauce. Repeat twice, making four three-layer stacks. Combine 1 teaspoon parsley and breadcrumbs; sprinkle over the top. Cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more. Sprinkle with remaining parsley; serve hot.

Huzaifa Asif
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Terrence Mtshali
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Faraz Shamim
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I followed the recipe exactly and the eggplant al forno turned out great! It was a delicious and easy meal.


Bilillee Gommaa
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This dish was a hit with my family! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful.


azure noah
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the eggplant always turns out perfect.


Md mamum
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This recipe is a winner! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the tomato sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


CosmicBrownnie
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I followed the recipe exactly and the eggplant al forno turned out great! It was a delicious meal.


Steven Gadzinski
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hannah Gonzalez Torres
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I love this recipe! The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the tomato sauce is so flavorful. I usually add a bit of extra garlic and oregano to the sauce, and it's always a hit with my family.


MORGAN ORTAGUS
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the tomato sauce was delicious. I added a bit of crumbled sausage to the sauce and it was even better. I will definitely be making this again.


myra bobadilla
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I followed the recipe exactly and the eggplant al forno turned out great! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a delicious meal.


Andrew Christian
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This dish was delicious! The eggplant was tender and the tomato sauce was flavorful. I added a bit of extra garlic and oregano to the sauce, and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Neo Mokhatla
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The eggplant is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the tangy tomato sauce, the melted cheese, and the tender eggplant.


Lalita Xetri
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This eggplant al forno recipe is a total winner! The eggplant was cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful. The tomato sauce was rich and tangy, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit wit