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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
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Cut each eggplant in half, crosswise.
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Drizzle each half with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Place the halves on a parchment lined baking sheet.
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Place in the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the center is slightly tender.
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Remove and cool completely.
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Using a spoon, scoop out the center flesh of each eggplant, leaving a 1-inch border on the side.
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Small dice the reserved eggplant flesh and set aside.
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In a large saute pan, heat the remaining oil.
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When the oil is hot, add the onions.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Saute until golden, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add the garlic, green onions, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, and tomatoes.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft.
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Add the crushed red pepper and salt cod.
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Continue to cook for 3 minutes stirring constantly.
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Remove from the heat and turn into a mixing bowl.
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Add the rice, lemon juice, chopped eggs, olives, and reserved diced eggplant.
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Mix thoroughly.
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Drizzle in enough olive oil, so the rice is not dry.
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Reseason if necessary.
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Spoon the dressing in the center of each eggplant.
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Serve each stuffed eggplant whole or cut in half.
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Place each on a serving plate and garnish with remaining parsley.