Mediterranean Eggplant & Tomato Stack
Mediterranean Eggplant & Tomato Stack
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Category
Main Dish
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Author:
Olivelle
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
This recipe includes all the great Mediterranean flavors that veggie lovers will enjoy! Finished with a mouthwatering Olive Tapenade spread and garnished with fresh basil.
Ingredients
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¼ cup Olive Tapenade Dried Herb
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1 tsp Dark Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
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1 Tbsp Frantoia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¾ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
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1 Tbsp Parmesan Asiago Dipper & Seasoning
- 1 Large Eggplant, sliced ¼” thick
- 2 Large Eggs, beaten
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2-4 Tbsp Tuscan Herb Infused Olive Oil
- 2 Large Tomatoes, sliced ¼” thick
- 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- ½ cup Grated Parmesan or Romano Cheese, divided
- 1 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Basil Leaves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375℉.
- Prepare Olive Tapenade with ¼ cup hot water, dark balsamic vinegar, olive oil and set aside.
- Mix the breadcrumbs with dipper and set aside.
- Soak each eggplant slice in the beaten eggs and dredge in breadcrumb mixture until each side is coated.
- Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in pan, once hot add eggplant slices and fry for 1-2 minutes until each side is coated.
- Arrange eggplant on a baking sheet or dish. Layer eggplant with one slice of mozzarella cheese and top with a tomato slice. Sprinkle with Parmesan or Romano cheese. Cover with foil. Bake 40 min.
- Remove foil and spoon Olive Tapenade over the top of each eggplant. Bake, uncovered, 5 min.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and garnish with fresh basil.
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