Aubergine Marinara Gratin Recipe

Name: Aubergine Marinara Gratin Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 med Onion; 1/2 c. Minced green bell pepper; 1 x Clove (small) garlic, chopped; 1 Tbsp. Sauteeing liquid; 1/2 c. Tomato sauce; 1 can (6-ounce) tomato paste; 2 Tbsp. Chopped fresh parsley; 1 tsp Sugar; 1/2 tsp Dry basil, crumbled; 1/4 tsp Dry oregano, crumbled; 1/8 tsp Dry warm pepper flakes; 1 med Aubergine (1 1/4 pounds); 8 ounce Fat free Mozzarella cheese, shredded; 3 Tbsp. Fat free grated Parmesean cheese

Servings: persons

1 med Onion
1/2 c. Minced green bell pepper
1 x Clove (small) garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp. Sauteeing liquid
1/2 c. Tomato sauce
1 can (6-ounce) tomato paste
2 Tbsp. Chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Dry basil, crumbled
1/4 tsp Dry oregano, crumbled
1/8 tsp Dry warm pepper flakes
1 med Aubergine (1 1/4 pounds)
8 ounce Fat free Mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 Tbsp. Fat free grated Parmesean cheese

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It's been many months since i posted a recipe but this one is so good and easy i had to share it.
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i'm not sure where it came from since it was passed around at work.
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it's all done in one bowl and is cooked completely in the microwave.
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it also freezes nicely so you may want to double the recipe!
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1. combine onion, green pepper and garlic in a 2 qt casserole.
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add in sauteeing liquid; stir.
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microwave, uncovered, at high power till onion and pepper are tender, 2 1/2 to 3 min.
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2. stir in tomato sauce and paste, parsley, sugar, basil, oregano, and pepper flakes.
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microwave, uncovered, at high power till sauce is bubbly, 3 to 5 min; stir once during cooking.
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3. cut aubergine into 1/2 inch cubes; place in 8x8 inch baking dish.
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microwave, covered with waxed paper, at high power till tender, 6 to 8 min; stir once during cooking.
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4. sprinkle aubergine proportionately with 1/2 the ff mozzarella and ff parmesean cheeses.
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spread sauce mix proportionately over cheese.
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top proportionately with remaining cheeses.
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5. microwave, uncovered, at high power till cheese melts, 3 to 5 min; rotate dish 1/2 turn after about half of cooking time.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 med Onion, 1/2 c. Minced green bell pepper, 1 x Clove (small) garlic, chopped, 1 Tbsp. Sauteeing liquid, and more.

Yes, Aubergine Marinara Gratin Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!