Ingredients
- 4 Large eggplants
- 10 Ripe tomatoes
- 8 cloves of garlic
- 4 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 Leaves of fresh basil
- 3 tbsp of tomato paste
- 2 tbsp of Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp of butter
- 2 Bay leaves
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Bolognese:
- Cut tomatoes into quarters then crush into a pulp
- Add approx 2 - 3 tablespoons of olive oil to a pot
- Saute garlic for 2 minutes on medium heat
- Add butter
- Add 3 eggplants cubed
- Season with salt and pepper
- Saute for 5 minutes
- Add crushed tomatoes
- Add fresh basil
- Add balsamic vinegar
- Add bay leaves
- Cover and simmer for approximately 20 minutes on medium heat
- After 20 minutes add tomato paste and simmer for another 5 minutes
Lasagna Construction
- Cut eggplant into thin slices and grill in a pan or griddle until golden brown
- Apply a thin layer of sauce to the bottom of your dish
- Apply a layer of cheese
- Add layer of sliced eggplant
- Add a layer of filling
- Add a layer of cheese
- Repeat process until dish is filled
- Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 45 minutes
- Allow to cool thoroughly before serving
- Enjoy!
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