Feta-Stuffed Eggplant Rolls with Salsa Verde

1. 1

   Preheat broiler.

2. 2

   Cut eggplant lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices and arrange 6 center slices on an oiled baking sheet in one layer, reserving remaining eggplant for another use.

3. 3

   Brush eggplant with oil and season with salt.

4. 4

   Broil eggplant about 3 inches from heat until golden, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Carefully turn eggplant with a metal spatula and broil until golden, about 4 minutes more.

6. 6

   Transfer eggplant to a platter large enough to hold slices in one layer and cool.

7. 7

   (Eggplant may be prepared up to this point 3 hours ahead and kept, covered loosely, at room temperature.)

8. 8

   In a small bowl with a fork mash together feta, ricotta, mint, and salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Cut peppers lengthwise into pieces about same width as eggplant slices.

10. 10

    Top eggplant slices with pepper pieces, arranging them in one layer.

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    Put 1 tablespoon cheese mixture near narrow end of each slice and into it gently press 4 or 5 arugula or spinach leaves so that they stick out on both sides.

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    Beginning with cheese end, roll up each slice to enclose cheese mixture and leaves.

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    (Rolls may be made 2 hours ahead and kept, covered loosely, at room temperature.)

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    Serve rolls drizzled with salsa verde.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.