Grilled Eggplant And Heirloom Tomato Stacks With Basil And Tomato Coulis

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   Make shallow incisions with a paring knife around the tomato stems and scoop out the stems.

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   Make a shallow X-incision in bottom of tomatoes.

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   Bring a large saucepan of water to a rolling boil.

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   Plunge tomatoes into water for 10 seconds.

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   Remove and submerge tomatoes in bowl of ice water.

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   Remove the cooled tomatoes from the water.

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   Peel away skin.

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   Remove seeds and coarsely chop tomatoes.

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   Combine tomatoes, garlic and olive oil in bowl of food processor.

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    Process until smooth.

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    Add salt and pepper.

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    Let Tomato Coulis stand at room temperature for one hour before serving.

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    Prepare Eggplant:

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    Preheat oven broiler or prepare grill.

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    Lightly brush eggplant slices on both sides with olive oil.

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    Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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    Arrange on baking tray and grill in oven, turning once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.

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    Or grill on barbecue, turning, until golden brown and cooked through.

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    Arrange Stacks:

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    Combine garlic and goat cheese in a small bowl.

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    Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

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    Arrange 1/2 of the eggplant slices on platter.

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    Spoon 2 teaspoons goat cheese over.

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    Top with 1 basil leaf.

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    Place second eggplant slice on basil leaf.

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    Top with one teaspoon goat cheese and basil leaf.

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