Eggplant Tomato Bake

just wanted an easy eggplant recipe that my boyfriend would actually eat. 10-15 prep & stick it in the oven. switch out cheese for veg

just wanted an easy eggplant recipe that my boyfriend would actually eat. 10-15 prep & stick it in the oven. switch out cheese for veg

Ingredients

45 mins

2 servings

45 mins

1

Preheat oven to 400°F.
2

Dice bell pepper, onion & garlic. Slice eggplant into 1/4in thick rounds.
3

Heat 3 tbsp oil in medium pan.
4

Medium heat: Add garlic, onion & red pepper flakes until garlic begins to brown, 1 minute or less.
5

Add bell pepper & kale. Rip kale with hands into small pieces. Cook for 2-5 minutes. Add any vegetables or greens you like here.
6

While the veggies are cooking, grease 5x9 glass dish. Add diced tomatoes. 1/2 can should cover base of dish.
7

Season tomatoes with salt and pepper. Optional: Add cilantro or tyme. If you like spicy add cayenne.
8

Season tomatoes with salt and pepper. Optional: Add cilantro or thyme for flavor. If you like spicy add cayenne.
9

Add thin layer of cheese.
10

Add oil to pan & heat. Lightly sear eggplant on each side. Be sure to coat eggplant on both sides.
11

Add oil to pan & heat. Lightly sear eggplant on each side. Be sure to coat eggplant with oil on both sides.
12

Mix remaining cheese, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs in bowl. Add over top, creating a nice layer.
13

Bake for 35 minutes.
14

Let sit for 5 minutes and serve. Optional: Add bread to oven while dish rests.