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Eggplant Scallopini Recipe

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During the height of eggplant and tomato season, this is a delicious dish to prepare and enjoy.

Eggplant Scallopini Recipe (+)

Directions

Heat olive oil in a deep skillet.

Add onion and bay leaves.

Sauté over medium heat until onions are soft, approximately 8-10 minutes.

Add eggplant, peppers, mushrooms, salt and basil.

Cover and cook until the eggplant is tender, approximately 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add chicken or vegetable stock, tomatoes and black pepper.

Simmer 10-15 minutes uncovered until the liquid reduces.

Stir in the garlic during the last 5 minutes.

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Drain pasta, toss with a little additional olive oil (1-2 tablespoons).

Place in a large serving bowl and ladle eggplant on top.

Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.

Container: deep skillet, pasta pot

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 6

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Ingredients

-		3 tablespoons olive oil
-		2 cups chopped onion (2 small onions)
-		2 bay leaves
-		6 cups diced eggplant
-		2 bell peppers, any color, diced
-		1 pound mushrooms
-		2 teaspoons salt
-		2 teaspoons dried basil or 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped basil
-		1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
-		4 medium sized tomatoes, chopped - peeling is optional
		black pepper to taste
-		8 cloves medium sized garlic, minced
-		1 pound pasta - any shape
		fresh grated parmesan cheese to garnish

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