Eggplant (Aubergine) and Rice Dressing Recipe

Name: Eggplant (Aubergine) and Rice Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb lean ground beef; 34 lb ground lean pork or 34 lb hot Italian sausage; 1 slice bacon, diced; 2 cups chopped onions; ½ cup chopped celery; ½ cup chopped green bell pepper; ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper; 2 garlic cloves; 4 medium eggplants, peeled and chopped; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or ¼ teaspoon ground sage; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; cayenne pepper or cajun seasoning; 2 cups cooked long-grain rice; 1 cup cooked wild rice (you may omit if you use 3 cups long-grain rice); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

34 lb lean ground beef
34 lb ground lean pork or 34 lb hot Italian sausage
1 slice bacon, diced
2 cups chopped onions
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
2 garlic cloves
4 medium eggplants, peeled and chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or ¼ teaspoon ground sage
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper or cajun seasoning
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1 cup cooked wild rice (you may omit if you use 3 cups long-grain rice)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
In a large heavy pot over medium high heat, brown the beef, pork, and bacon.
2
Add the chopped onions, celery, bell peppers, and garlic and continue to cook, stirring often, until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the eggplant, broth, and sage, and simmer until eggplant softens, about 15 minutes.
4
Mash the cooked eggplant with a fork and season to taste with salt, black pepper, and cayenne (or Cajun seasoning).
5
Add cooked rice and parsley, stir well to mix.
6
Place in serving dish and enjoy!
7
Notes: other possible additions include- for the holidays, dried cranberries, currants, or golden raisins; shrimp; curry powder could also be tasty.

19927

kcal

Calories

1318

Fat

146

Carbs

1734

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb lean ground beef, 34 lb ground lean pork or 34 lb hot Italian sausage, 1 slice bacon, diced, 2 cups chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Eggplant (Aubergine) and Rice Dressing falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Eggplant (Aubergine) and Rice Dressing

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