Aubergine Ziti Casserole Recipe

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   Preheat oven to 425.

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   Peel aubergine and cut crosswise into thin slices.

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   Dredge each slice with flour and brown on both sides in warm oil.

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   Cook ziti 6 min according to package directions.

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   Drain and return to pot.

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   Blend in ricotta cheese, half of the sauce, half of the grated cheese.

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   Season with garlic pwdr and oregano.

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    Cover the bottom of a baking dish with part of the ziti mix and top it with a layer of aubergine.

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    Add in alternating layers of remaining ziti and aubergine till both are used.

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    Pour remaining half of the sauce over the top, and sprinkle with remaining half of grated cheese.

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    5.

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    Bake for about 20 min, or possibly till brown and crispy.

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    I've made this numerous times and it's always a hit.

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    Usually substitute the pound container of low fat cottage cheese for the ricotta and use more of the grated cheese, either Swiss, mozzarella or possibly muenster.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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