Sesame Eggplant

1. 1

   Poke the eggplant in a couple of places with a fork and bake at 350F for about 1 hour until very soft.

2. 2

   Let cool.

3. 3

   Scoop out all of the pulp and discard skin.

4. 4

   Mash pulp well and add all other ingredients (except sesame seeds).

5. 5

   Roast sesame seeds in a small pan on stovetop or 400F oven, stirring if needed.

6. 6

   When light brown in color, remove from heat and let cool.

7. 7

   Stir half of the sesame seeds into the eggplant mixture.

8. 8

   Turn the eggplant mixture into an attractive serving dish and sprinkle remaining sesame seeds over the top.

9. 9

   This dish may be served as an appetizer with crackers or breadsticks.

10. 10

    It is also a great condiment for Baked Polenta squares, and goes very well with an antipasto platter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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