Xcellent Scalloped Eggplant! (aubergine)

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (1 lb) eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 small onion, grated
• 3 slices bread, crumbled
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
• 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted (or margarine)
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 cup cracker crumb
• paprika

Recipe

• 1 cook the eggplant and onion in boiling water to cover 5 minutes, or until tender; drain. add the crumbled bread and next 11 ingredients(through to thyme), stir well.
• 2 pour into a greased 1 1/2 quart baking dish, top with cracker crumbs, and sprinkle with paprika. bake, uncovered, at 350*f. for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned. enjoy!
• 3 yield: 6 servings.