Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches

By LEP04

Ingredients

• 1 large eggplant, cut into 8 (1/2-inch-thick) diagonal slices
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 8 slices
• 1 large tomato, cut into 4 slices
• 8 large fresh basil leaves
• Salt
• Black pepper
• 2 lemons, halved

Preparation

Step 1

1. Brush both sides of eggplant slices with olive oil. Divide mozzarella, tomato, and basil among 4 eggplant slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; top with remaining 4 eggplant slices.
2. Place eggplant sandwiches and lemon halves on greased grill rack. Grill over medium-high heat (350° to 400°) for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until cheese melts and eggplant is cooked through. Serve immediately with grilled lemon halves.