Eggplant Mess/Pasticcio
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5.0
27 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
333 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Italian
Eggplant Mess/Pasticcio
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Eggplant Mess or Pasticcio di Melanzane is a simple baked Italian eggplant casserole. Layered with 2 types of cheese, a simple tomato sauce & spices.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium eggplants (sliced ¼ inch thick)*
- ¼-½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated (50 grams)
- 1 cup fontina cheese shredded
*The eggplant slices can be grilled on a pan grill or bbq. They can also be fried in a little olive oil in a frying pan.
FOR THE SAUCE
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can pelati tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 4-5 fresh basil leaves chopped
- 1-2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350F (180 C).
- Start by trimming and slicing the eggplant into 1/4 inch slices (you can either peel them or leave the skin on, I usually leave the skin on), place in a large bowl, toss with a little salt, let sit for 20-30 minutes then drain (do not rinse), then either grill or fry the slices. Shred the cheese and grate the Parmesan, set aside.
- Next make the sauce, in a medium to large sauce pan add the olive oil and minced garlic, cook for 1 minute then add the pelati tomatoes, basil, salt and hot pepper flakes or pepper. Cook on medium heat until thickened.
- In a small oven safe baking dish 7½x6 inches (19x15 cm), place a thin layer of sauce on the bottom, add a layer of grilled eggplant, some shredded cheese a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and continue for 3 layers, (divide the ingredients by 3 to make 3 layers).
- Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, raise the heat to 400F (200C) and bake for another 2-3 minutes to brown the top. Remove from the oven and let sit 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure your sauce has thickened, or you will end up with too much liquid in the finished dish.
- Any leftovers should be covered well or stored in an airtight container in the fridge. They will last up 3 days in the fridge.
- Freeze it in an airtight freezer safe container. It will last up to 3 months. Reheat in a low oven or microwave.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
333kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
753mg
(31%)
Potassium
837mg
(24%)
Fiber
10g
(40%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
545IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
357mg
(36%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 333 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 333kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 837mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 545IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 357mg | 36% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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27 reviews
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