Stuffed Eggplant with Sausage
Ingredients List
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1 (1 1/2 pound) eggplant, halved lengthwise
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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8 ounces bulk Italian sausage
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
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2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
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1 egg, beaten
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Coat the cut sides of the eggplant with olive oil and arrange them, cut-sides up, on a baking sheet.
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Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then allow it to cool for a few minutes. Keep the oven on.
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While the eggplant roasts, brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, draining off excess fat. Place the sausage in a bowl, then season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Add 1/2 cup of spaghetti sauce, 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella, breadcrumbs, and the egg. Mix thoroughly.
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Once the eggplant has cooled, scoop out the flesh, leaving about 1/2 inch from the skin to form a shell. Chop the eggplant flesh and stir it into the sausage mixture. Stuff the mixture evenly into the eggplant shells, then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
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Bake the stuffed eggplant in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the cheese is bubbly and golden. While baking, heat the remaining 1 1/2 cups of spaghetti sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat to serve alongside the eggplant.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 836 | Calories |
| 47g | Fat |
| 64g | Carbs |
| 41g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 836 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 47g | 61% |
| Saturated Fat 17g | 84% |
| Cholesterol 179mg | 60% |
| Sodium 2411mg | 105% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 19g | 66% |
| Total Sugars 32g | |
| Protein 41g | 81% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium 573mg | 44% |
| Iron 5mg | 27% |
| Potassium 1914mg | 41% |
* 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