Eggplant and Tomato Gratin
Roasted eggplant and ripe tomatoes layered with savory onion, garlic, and herbs, then baked beneath a crisp Parmesan breadcrumb topping.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 200°C. Prepare the eggplant, tomatoes, onion, and garlic.
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Step 2
Arrange the eggplant on the baking sheet, season lightly with salt, and leave it to release moisture.
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Step 3
Blot the eggplant with the kitchen towel, brush it with olive oil, and roast until softened and lightly browned, turning once.
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Step 4
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in the frying pan over medium heat. Cook the onion until soft, then add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Step 5
Spread the onion mixture in the baking dish. Arrange alternating roasted eggplant and tomato slices over it, then season with the thyme, black pepper, and remaining salt.
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Step 6
Combine the Parmesan and breadcrumbs in the mixing bowl. Scatter the mixture over the vegetables and drizzle with olive oil.
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Step 7
Bake at 200°C until the tomatoes are tender and the topping is crisp and golden.
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Step 8
Rest the gratin briefly, scatter the basil over the top, and serve warm.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3 days. Reheat leftovers to 74°C.
Risk factors
- Perishable cheese and cooked vegetables require temperature-controlled storage.