MEDITTERANEAN INSPIRED EGGPLANT AND FETA CASSEROLE

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Categories     Beef     Cheese     Herb     Lamb     Onion     Bake

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For Casserole:
2 slender eggplant, cut into thin slices, lengthwise
Salt
3 tbsp. + 1/4 cup olive oil
2 small onions, sliced
1 lb. ground lamb or beef
1 package filo pastry, thawed
7 oz. good quality feta cheese, crumbled
1-2 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
For Tomato Herb Sauce:
4 large tomatoes, finely chopped
5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tsp. chopped fresh basil
2 tsp. chopped fresh oregano
2 tbsp. red wine
1 tsp. sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Salt eggplant and let stand 30 minutes. Rinse and dry thoroughly. 2. Preheat oven to 350. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in frying pan, add onions, and cook over medium heat for four minutes or until soft, stirring occasionally. Transfer onions to plate. 3. Add 1 tbsp. oil to pan and cook eggplant slices for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden. Drain on paper towel. 4. Heat 1 tbsp. oil and cook meat until done. Set aside to cool. 5. Generously oil a large casserole dish. Line the dish with filo, working with one sheet at a time and overlapping. Brush pastry with oil and add layers to form a crust. Make sure to cover the sides of the dish. 6. Fill pastry with meat. Top with onions, then eggplant, feta, and rosemary. 7. Cover filling with additional filo pastry, brushing with oil between layers and sealing up around the sides. 8. Bake for 25 minutes, until pastry is browned. 9. For tomato herb sauce: combine all ingredients in a pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until liquid is mostly gone, about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally. Serve casserole warm with tomato sauce drizzled on top.

Polo Johnson
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as well as I expected. The eggplant was a little too mushy.


Hayley
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party, and everyone loved it. I would definitely recommend it.


Allan Wise
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The feta cheese and tomatoes helped to balance out the flavor of the eggplant.


chukchakindoor
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced, and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Walton
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I usually add a little bit of chopped spinach to the casserole, and I also like to top it with some grated Parmesan cheese before baking.


Kingsley Unuafe
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This is my go-to recipe for eggplant casserole. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Noe Ibarra
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I made this casserole for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


galachipa music
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Karen Ryan
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I love the combination of flavors in this casserole. The eggplant, feta cheese, and tomatoes go together perfectly.


illimudin Gadani
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I've made this casserole several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


MD JUNAEID
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Karen catleah Padilla
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and very flavorful.


Cesar Velasquez
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a healthy and delicious vegetarian dish.


Derek Swann
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as well as I expected. The eggplant was a little too mushy.


Afsheen Naeem
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party, and everyone loved it. I would definitely recommend it.


Javed adan
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The feta cheese and tomatoes helped to balance out the flavor of the eggplant.


Rakib Pranto
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced, and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


claude nancy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I usually add some chopped bell peppers and onions to the casserole, and I also like to top it with some grated Parmesan cheese before baking.


Mian Saqlain
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the feta cheese added a nice tang. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.