Eggplants of Summer Nights
Ingredients Needed
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2 large eggplants
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½ cup olive oil for frying
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2 medium onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 small tomatoes, chopped
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1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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salt and pepper to taste
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4 cups dry bread crumbs
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
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Start by trimming the tops off the eggplants, then slice them lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the center of each eggplant to create a 'canoe' shape, leaving a half-inch border. Chop the scooped-out eggplant and set aside.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté for a few minutes until softened. Add the chopped eggplant and cook for another 5 minutes, until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, green bell peppers, and parsley, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
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Remove the skillet from the heat, and transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs to bind the ingredients together. Fill each eggplant shell with the mixture, and top with crumbled feta cheese. Arrange the stuffed eggplants on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the cheese is melted. Serve hot or chilled — I personally enjoy them cold.
Nutritional Information (per portion)
| 645 | Calories |
| 17g | Fat |
| 101g | Carbs |
| 23g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 645 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 17g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium 1222mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101g | 37% |
| Dietary Fiber 12g | 44% |
| Total Sugars 20g | |
| Protein 23g | 47% |
| Vitamin C 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium 422mg | 32% |
| Iron 7mg | 36% |
| Potassium 958mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5