Gratinated Eggplants Parmigiana with Cherry Tomatoes and Black Olives
A triumph of Mediterranean aromas: oven-baked golden eggplants, wrapped in a creamy tomato sauce, fresh cherry tomatoes, black olives, and a generous sprinkle of aged Parmigiano Reggiano di Montagna. A rich, cheesy, and irresistible main course, perfect for highlighting the excellence of Italian cheeses.
Ingredients
- Eggplants
500g500g - Parmigiano reggiano di montagna 18 months
80g80g - Caciotta mista cremosa
120g120g - Tomato sauce
250mL250mL - Fresh cherry tomatoes
120g120g - Black olives (taggiasca or leccino)
40g40g - Extra virgin olive oil
40mL40mL - Garlic
10g10g - Fresh basil
30g30g - Salt and black pepperto taste
Preparation
- STEP 1 OF 5
Cut the eggplants into slices about 1 cm thick. Place them on a baking sheet, brush with a little oil, and bake at 200°C for 15 minutes, turning halfway through.
- STEP 2 OF 5
In a pan, sauté the garlic in oil. Add the tomato sauce, salt, and pepper, and let it cook for 10 minutes. Remove the garlic and add a few basil leaves.
- STEP 3 OF 5
In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of sauce, place a layer of eggplants, add halved cherry tomatoes, black olives, pieces of Caciotta Mista Cremosa, and plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano. Repeat for 2-3 layers.
- STEP 4 OF 5
Bake at 200°C for 15 minutes, until golden brown.
- STEP 5 OF 5
Serve with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, an extra grating of Parmigiano Reggiano.
General Information
Storage notes
In the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up to 2 days. Also excellent reheated the next day.
More information
Easy – For a result worthy of the best Italian trattorias!
Origin
Italia, Toscana
Analysis
Attention
Macronutrients (100 gr)
Attention
| Energy (kcal) | 119.58 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 2.59 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 2.59 |
| Fat (g) | 9.35 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 3.82 |
| Protein (g) | 5.63 |
| Fiber (g) | 1.6 |
| Sale (g) | 0.1 |
- Proteins5.63g·29%
- Carbohydrates2.59g·14%
- Fats9.35g·49%
- Fibers1.6g·8%