Aubergine Stuffed Greek Style Recipe

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   Slice the aubergines into 1/2-inch thick slices and sprinkle proportionately with about 1 1/2 tbs salt.

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   Arrange in a colander and allow the vegetables to drain for 1/2 hour.

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   Rinse off and pat dry with paper towels.

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   Heat a large frying pan and add in 2 Tbsp.

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   of the oil.

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   Saute/fry the meat, along with the onion, garlic, oregano and salt and pepper to taste.

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   Cook till the meat is browned and the onions clear.

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   Add in 1/2 c. of the tomato sauce and simmer for 15 min longer.

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   Set aside.

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    Pan-fry the aubergine slices in a bit of the extra virgin olive oil, reserving 1/2 c. oil for the final step.

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    Brown on both sides.

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    Place some of the meat mix between two slices of aubergine and arrange on an oiled baking sheet.

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    Drizzle the top of each serving with the remaining tomato sauce.

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    Top with the cheese and bake at 350 degrees till all is warm and very tender.

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    Comments: Prepared properly, aubergine is one of the most delicious vegetables I know.

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    This recipe makes a nice individual aubergine dish as each serving looks like a little pie.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.