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Halve eggplants lengthwise, and scoop out flesh and seeds, leaving 1/2-inch-thick edges on eggplants shells.
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Cut scooped-out flesh into 1/2-inch pieces, and set in colander.
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Sprinkle eggplant pieces and inside of eggplant shells with salt.
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Let stand 25 to 30 minutes, or until beaded with moisture.
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Rinse eggplant shells and pieces in cold water, and pat dry.
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Bring large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Drop eggplant shells in water, and simmer 5 to 8 minutes, or until barely tender when pierced with fork.
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Drain in colander, cool, and pat dry.
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Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbs.
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olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Saute onions 3 minutes, or until translucent.
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Add eggplant pieces, tomatoes, walnuts, cinnamon, oregano, and 1/4 cup water.
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Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Cook 8 minutes, or until vegetables are softened and browned, stirring occasionally.
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Preheat oven to broil.
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Toss breadcrumbs with 4 tsp.
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olive oil in bowl.
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Brush each eggplant shell with 1/2 tsp.
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oil, and place cut-side up on baking sheet.
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Broil 5 minutes, or until tender and starting to brown.
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Reduce oven heat to 375F.
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Divide filling among eggplant shells.
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Sprinkle each stuffed eggplant with breadcrumb mixture, and top with feta cheese.
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Bake 35 minutes, or until heated through and browned on top.
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Serve with lemon wedges, if using.
