Baked Eggplant with Italian Sausage
Baked Eggplant with Italian Sausage, Tomato Basil Sauce, and Burrata is a flavor-packed dish. Tender eggplant layers meld with savory sausage and vibrant tomato-basil sauce. Topped with creamy burrata, it creates a rich, satisfying balance. This Italian-inspired creation promises a delightful combination of textures and tastes in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 lb (about 450g) Italian sausage, casings removed
- 2 cups tomato basil sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 balls of burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Eggplant:
- Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Lightly salt both sides of each slice and let them sit for about 15 minutes. This helps draw out excess moisture from the eggplant.
- After 15 minutes, pat the eggplant slices dry with a paper towel.
- Bake Eggplant:
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over each slice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the eggplant is tender and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Cook Italian Sausage:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles. Cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Prepare Tomato Basil Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the tomato basil sauce to the cooked sausage. Stir in half of the chopped fresh basil. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Assemble and Bake:
- In a baking dish, layer half of the baked eggplant slices.
- Pour half of the sausage and tomato basil sauce over the eggplant layer.
- Add the remaining eggplant slices and top with the remaining sauce.
- Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and place them on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the entire dish.
- Bake Again:
- Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Garnish with the remaining chopped fresh basil.
- Serve the Baked Eggplant with Italian Sausage, Tomato Basil Sauce, and Burrata hot and enjoy!
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