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Cheesy Eggplant Rolls: Discover This Irresistible Recipe!

Cheesy Eggplant Rolls are a savory, stuffed delight featuring layers of eggplant filled with a creamy cheese mixture, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped (optional for garnish)
  • Olive oil for brushing

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, Italian herbs, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Lay out the eggplant slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Remove the eggplant from the oven and let cool slightly.
  6. Spread a spoonful of the cheese mixture on one end of each eggplant slice and roll it up tightly. Place the rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour marinara sauce over the eggplant rolls and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
  • You can also substitute spinach or sautéed mushrooms for a different filling.

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