Eggplant Rollatini Recipe

By francesn

Ingredients

• SAUCE:
• 1 large eggplant
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• FILLING:
• 1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• COATING:
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• Dash each salt and pepper
• Oil for frying

Details

Servings 5
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Peel and slice eggplant lengthwise into fifteen 1/8-in. thick slices. Place in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, for sauce, in a large saucepan, saute onion in oil. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until flavors are blended, stirring occasionally. Rinse and drain eggplant.
In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients; set aside.
Place eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Dip eggplant in eggs, then bread crumb mixture.
In an electric skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Fry eggplant in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Spoon 1 cup sauce into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 rounded tablespoons filling over each eggplant slice. Carefully roll up and place seam side down in baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over roll-ups. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 5 servings.