Eggplant Rolls Filled With Basil And Cheese Recipe

Name: Eggplant Rolls Filled With Basil And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tomato Sauce; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 lbs tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped coarse; 1 pinch sugar; Eggplant Rolls; 1 lb flask-type eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices,sprinkle both sides of eggplant slices lightly with salt and; 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup chevre cheese or 1/2 cup boursin cheese, at room temperature; 1/4 cup shredded basil leaves; 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil; fresh basil leaf (to garnish)

Servings: persons

Tomato Sauce
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 lbs tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped coarse
1 pinch sugar
Eggplant Rolls
1 lb flask-type eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices,sprinkle both sides of eggplant slices lightly with salt and
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chevre cheese or 1/2 cup boursin cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup shredded basil leaves
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
fresh basil leaf (to garnish)

1
For sauce: Cook onion in oil over moderately-low heat, stirring, for 3 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic and cook, stirring, until onion is softened.
3
Add tomatoes, sugar and salt to taste and cook over moderate heat for 20 minutes.
4
Puree mixture in processor until completely smooth and continue cooking over moderately-high heat for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
5
Make rolls: Preheat broiler.
6
In a bowl, stir together mozzarella, goat cheese and shredded basil.
7
Pat eggplant dry.
8
Arrange 1 layer of eggplant in a baking pan and brush with some of the oil.
9
Broil 4 inches away from heat source for 3-4 minutes, or until golden.
10
Turn, brush with remaining oil, and broil 3-4 minutes more.
11
Transfer to a large platter to cool.
12
Spread a mounded teaspoon of the cheese mixture lengthwise down the middle of each eggplant slice, leaving a 1 inch border at the wide end and, beginning at the narrow end, roll up jelly roll fashion.
13
Arrange rolls, seam side down, in a oiled pyrex baking dish just large enough to hold rolls in one layer and broil for 3 minutes or until cheese is just melted and bubbling.
14
Transfer to serving plates, spoon sauce over and garnish with basil.

825

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tomato Sauce, 1 onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Eggplant Rolls Filled With Basil And Cheese falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Eggplant Rolls Filled With Basil And Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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