Garden Casserole

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 2 pounds eggplant, peeled
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 5 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery ribs, sliced
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 1 T. dried
• 1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup grated Romano cheese
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cut eggplant into 1/2-in. thick slices; sprinkle both sides with 3 teaspoons salt. Place in a deep dish; cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water; drain and dry on paper towels.

Cut eggplant into 1/2-in. cubes. Transfer to a large skillet; saute in oil until lightly browned. Add the onions, garlic and zucchini; cook 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, celery, parsley, basil, pepper and remaining salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in Romano cheese.

Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine crumbs and butter; sprinkle on top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 12 servings.

102 cal, 3g fat, 428mg sodium, 13g carb,