GRILLED BREAD WITH EGGPLANT & BASIL

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Provided by Mona Talbott

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Appetizer     Side     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Basil     Eggplant     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh marjoram or oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large eggplant (about 1 pound), cut into 3/4" pieces
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
8 3/4"-thick slices country-style bread
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
1 ounce Parmesan, shaved

Steps:

  • Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, marjoram, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until garlic is softened but not browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Add eggplant to skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until just starting to brown, 8-10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until eggplant is very soft, 10-15 minutes. Let cool slightly; mix in lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
  • Meanwhile, prepare grill for medium-high heat. Brush both sides of bread with remaining 4 tablespoons oil and grill until lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Spoon eggplant mixture on toast and top with basil and Parmesan; cut toast in half.
  • Do ahead: Eggplant can be cooked 2 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.

M Arslan Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread.


Narayan Khatri
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe.


Bonno Gaofose
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Khartai Maseed
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Javed Hussain
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family.


Mustapah salisu
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I love that this recipe is so customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Aley Dipak
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.


Mulamuzi Robert
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I've made this recipe with different types of cheese and it's always delicious.


mc ux Nahid Gaming
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


Mattew Vasquez
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Selman Seid
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Afif Rehman
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of bread and vegetables and it's always delicious.


Yami Yugi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success.


banchiamlak kassahun
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Badar Muneer
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


robena khan
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I loved this recipe! The eggplant was grilled perfectly and the basil added a nice touch of flavor.


Dauda abu
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! I used a sourdough bread and it was perfect.


Shepo Moh
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


GM bacuh Khoso
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Waqas Ahmad Wattoo
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This grilled bread with eggplant and basil was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the bread was grilled to perfection.


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