TURKEY EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) LASAGNA

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My father's Thanksgiving signature dish! The instructions may look alittle fussy, but it follows any basic lasagna dish recipe. They are definetely worth a try!

Provided by Izzy Knight

Categories     Canadian

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 eggplants, sliced lengthwise as thinly as possible, place in a bowl and lightly salt
4 -6 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs ground turkey
1 (796 ml) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried fresh basil
2 tablespoons fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried fresh thyme
2 tablespoons fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried fresh oregano
1 cup white wine
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 cup sun-dried tomato
salt and pepper
1 (500 ml) package ricotta cheese (light is fine)
150 g mild goat cheese
1 egg
1 lb mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Saute mushrooms, garlic and onion until limp about 5-8 minutes.
  • Add turkey and saute until meat is cooked through.
  • Stir occasionally to break up any clumps.
  • Add tomatoes, white wine, herbs and balsamic vinegar.
  • Cook stirring frequently until mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Stir in sun dried tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Combine ricotta, egg and goat cheese mixing until smooth.
  • Grease a baking dish or lasagna pan.
  • Spread half the meat mixture over the bottom of the pan.
  • Place eggplant slices over top overlapping slightly.
  • Cover the eggplant with 1/3 of the mozzarella slices.
  • Top with the remaining meat mixture.
  • Cover with eggplant slices then top with the ricotta mixture.
  • Cover with 1/3 of the mozzarella then top with remaining eggplant slices.
  • Layer remaining cheese on top then sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until dish is bubbly and top is nicely browned.
  • Let sit 15 minutes before serving (very important).

Larson Adam
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Jose Cahall
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This is my go-to recipe for eggplant lasagna. It's always a hit with my friends and family. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Luis Fuentes
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfectly. It was delicious and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Un Zed
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I tried this recipe and it was a disaster. The eggplant was tough and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Wendye Adisu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new lasagna recipe.


Chinasa Miracle
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Delicious! This is a great recipe for a vegetarian lasagna. The eggplant is a nice substitute for pasta and the sauce is very flavorful.


saiful islamTv
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This Eggplant Lasagna was a hit with my family! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abinash Bist
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I usually add a little bit of spinach and ricotta cheese to the filling and it really makes it.


Fredbear Aviators
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This is one of the best recipes for Eggplant Lasagna I have ever tried. The eggplant is grilled perfectly and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and delicious vegetarian lasagna recipe.


Mamushi Thuli
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make! I loved the combination of flavors and textures, and my family all enjoyed it as well. I will definitely be making this again.