Eggplant Parmesan

By á-175716

A simple way to make an Italian dish without spending the extra money at an Italian eatery.

Ingredients

• 1 Lg. Eggplant
• 2 lbs. Ground Beef
• 1 Lb. Italian Sausage
• 1-6 oz. can tomato paste
• 1-16 oz. can tomatoes
• 4 . Tbsp. Oil
• 2 cloves of Garlic
• Dash of Oregano
• Dash of Basil
• 1 1/2 c. Italian Bread crumbs
• Parmesan cheese (fresh or powder)
• 2-8 oz. pkgs. Mozzarella Cheese (or mixed Italian Cheeses)
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Wash eggplant and trim ends, cutting eggplant lengthwise. Hollow out center setting flesh of eggplant aside, leaving about a 1/4 inch shell. Cube insides, sautéing in oil until tender. Drain on paper towel and set aside. Brown beef & sausage, adding garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, tomatoes and paste, simmering about 15 minutes. Add bread crumbs and parmesan and return to shells. Bake @ 350 F about 15 minutes or until eggplant is somewhat tender. Top with shredded cheese and return to oven until cheese is melted.