EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) MATZO LASAGNA

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This looked too good to pass up, since I love anything with eggplant. We tried it and we made some changes and here they are. Was originally found in Cooking Light, March/95.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups sliced mushrooms
3 garlic cloves
2 cups sliced onions, large
1/4 cup dry wine
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 large eggplant, peeled & cut into 1/2-inch slices
vegetable oil cooking spray
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 (15 ounce) container fat-free ricotta cheese
3 slices matzos

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º.
  • Heat oil in saucepan over med-high heat.
  • Add mushrooms, garlic and onions; sauté 7-8 minutes.
  • Stir in parsley, wine, seasoning, peppers and purée.
  • Partially cover, reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, turning the slices after 15 minutes.
  • Remove from baking sheet, and let cool.
  • Cut the eggplant slices into 1/2" pieces, and set aside.
  • Combine 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and ricotta cheese; stir well, and set aside.
  • Spread 1/2 cup tomato mixture in the bottom of an 11x7" baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Arrange 1-1/2 slices matzo over tomato mixture, and top matzo with half of ricotta cheese mixture, half of eggplant, and half of tomato mixture.
  • Repeat the layers, ending with the tomato mixture.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Charlotte Brk
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This is the best eggplant lasagna I've ever had. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Rasiel Sarker
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this lasagna was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


Opindar Mahato
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This lasagna is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


jonathan munyika
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I always have a few eggplants on hand and this is a great way to use them up.


Ntando Thato
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I love that this lasagna is made with matzo instead of pasta. It's a great way to make a Passover-friendly lasagna.


Fozle Rabbi__8
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This lasagna is a great way to impress your guests. It's a beautiful and delicious dish that's sure to wow everyone.


David Mosdale
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I'm not a big cook, but this lasagna was easy to make and turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Angelo Arroy
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I made this lasagna in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Jay Kumar
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This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some zucchini and mushrooms to mine and it was delicious.


Aakash Kushwaha
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I'm a vegetarian and I loved this lasagna. It's a great meatless option that's still packed with flavor.


Shantae Patrick
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This lasagna is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Miah Maju
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Katrina Korolov
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant. My kids loved it and they didn't even realize they were eating eggplant.


Ross Gilbert
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this lasagna was really good. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were very well-balanced.


Lawson Chigere
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This lasagna was so delicious and easy to make. I used a combination of ricotta and cottage cheese for the filling and it was perfect.


sankar debnath
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Call me Cultis
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This eggplant lasagna was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.