Layered Eggplant Hamburger Casserole

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Layered Eggplant Hamburger Casserole - A Hearty and Delicious Meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
2 onions , chopped
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 can tomato paste
2 1/4 cups water
1 can peeled and diced tomatoes
1/3 cup dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 eggplant
1 onion , sliced
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
402
Sugar
8g
Fat
19g
Looking for a delicious and hearty meal that incorporates vegetables? Look no further than Layered Eggplant Hamburger Casserole. This savory casserole is a crowd-pleaser, thanks to tender eggplant, juicy hamburger meat, rich tomato sauce, and crispy Parmesan. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or meal-prepping for the week, this casserole is sure to impress! It's easy to customize by adding your favorite herbs and spices, and can even be made ahead of time. The eggplant and onion layers provide a fresh and delicious way to switch up your usual protein and carb-focused casseroles. With all the flavor and nutrition packed into each serving, you can't go wrong with Layered Eggplant Hamburger Casserole.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, stirring occasionally.
3.Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
4.Stir in the tomato paste, water, peeled and diced tomatoes, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried oregano, and dried basil to the skillet and mix well.
5.Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
6.Peel the eggplant and slice it into rounds.
7.Layer the sliced eggplant and sliced onion in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8.Pour half of the tomato sauce over the eggplant and onion layer.
9.Sprinkle half of the dry bread crumbs and half of the grated Parmesan cheese over the tomato sauce.
10.Brown the ground beef mixture on skillet over high heat and then slowly pour it over the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
11.Repeat layers with the remaining eggplant, onion, tomato sauce, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese.
12.Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes or until the eggplant is tender and the top is golden brown.

PROS

This casserole is rich in protein and provides a satisfying meal.

It’s also a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet, as eggplants and onions are both used.

CONS

This recipe does take some slicing and layering, so it may not be the quickest weeknight meal.

Additionally, it may not be a great option for those who don’t enjoy the taste or texture of eggplant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are a great source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
They’re also rich in antioxidants, which have been linked to lower rates of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.

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