Baked Eggplant Alla Romana

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Baked Eggplant Alla Romana with Ground Beef and Parmesan Cheese
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil , divided
1 large eggplant , peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
1 onion , chopped
1 clove garlic , minced
1 jar spaghetti sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese , divided
1 egg
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
455
Sugar
8g
Fat
36g
Baked Eggplant Alla Romana is a classic Italian dish that's perfect for a comforting and satisfying dinner. The dish features layers of thinly-sliced eggplant, seasoned ground beef, and tangy spaghetti sauce, all topped with a cheesy egg custard. This dish is a great way to make use of fresh eggplant, and the meat sauce adds plenty of flavor and protein to the dish. It's an easy recipe to customize to your liking, and you can swap out the meat sauce for a vegetarian alternative or adjust the spices to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
2.Arrange the sliced eggplant into the prepared baking dish. Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
3.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain off any excess grease.
4.Stir in the spaghetti sauce, oregano, and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.
5.Pour the meat sauce over the eggplant slices in the baking dish. Combine the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese with the egg. Pour the egg mixture over the meat sauce layer.
6.Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and return to the oven for an additional 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

Baked Eggplant Alla Romana is a comforting and hearty meal that’s easy to make.
It’s a great way to sneak some veggies into your diet, and the ground beef and Parmesan cheese provide plenty of protein and flavor.

The dish is also gluten-free and can be easily made low-carb by swapping out the spaghetti sauce for a low-carb alternative.

CONS

Eggplant can be a tricky vegetable to work with and slice evenly.
Be sure to use a sharp knife and watch your fingers!
The dish does require some prep work in slicing the eggplant and preparing the meat sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplant is a low-calorie vegetable that’s rich in antioxidants and fiber. It’s also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, and potassium.
The ground beef provides protein and iron, while the Parmesan cheese adds calcium and flavor.

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