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    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole

    Published: Jun 12, 2020 · Modified: Aug 15, 2022 by Radwa · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    This Old fashioned eggplant casserole recipe is a delicious combination of eggplants, tomato sauce, garlic and minced beef. Also, the spices give a nice kick to the flavourful recipe. This recipe is suitable for a wonderful family dinner; I believe the whole family will love it.

    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole
    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole

    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole Recipe Ingredients:

    In this recipe, you will be making the components separately. You will cook the minced beef, grill the eggplants and then combine them with tomato sauce.

    Minced Beef Ingredients:

    • Minced beef
    • Onion
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper
    • Ground ginger
    • Chilli powder
    • Bay leaf
    • Cloves
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Cinnamon stick

    Eggplant Recipe Ingredients:

    • Eggplants
    • Garlic clove
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper
    • Tomato sauce
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    How To Make Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole

    Making The Beef:

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    • In a small pot add the minced beef, minced onion and all the spices on medium heat.
    • Then, add 2 cups of water, cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until all the liquids have reduced and the meat is fully cooked.

    Grilling The Eggplants:

    Roast the Eggplants
    • Peel the eggplants then wash and drain.
    • Then, spray an oven sheet with oil then place the eggplants and spray the top and bottom of each piece with oil.
    • After that, bake for 20 minutes or until the eggplants cooked.

    Assemble Everything:

    steps of making the recipe by photos
    • In a small bowl, add the tomato sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper then stir.
    • Place a layer of the grilled eggplants in an oven dish and top with some of the tomato sauce.
    • Then, add a layer of the beef.
    • Add some tomato sauce.
    • Repeat with the remaining eggplants.
    • Then, bake for 40 minutes.
    • After that, garnish with some chopped parsley.
    • Serve hot.
    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole with minced beef

    Tips and Variations

    • Substitute minced beef for chicken.
    • Add some mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
    • Add a pinch of dried basil, thyme or Italian seasoning mix.
    • Feel free to add roast some potatoes or bell pepper and add them to the eggplant casserole.

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    With very few ingredients you can enjoy this eggplant recipe with minced beef for dinner. It is a healthy and delicious dish that I really like and highly recommend. I prefer having it with a healthy side dish of green salad. In conclusion, this is a must-try recipe.

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    Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole

    This Old fashioned eggplant casserole recipe is a delicious combination of eggplants, tomato sauce, garlic and minced beef. 
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Eggplant Casserole, Old Fashioned Eggplant Casserole
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 6 serves
    Calories 302kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking pan
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups
    • Pot

    Ingredients

    Minced beef ingredients:

    • 500 g Minced beef
    • 1 Onion
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon Ground ginger
    • ⅛ teaspoon Chilli powder
    • 1 Bay leaf
    • 3 Cloves
    • ½ Cinnamon stick

    Aubergines Recipe ingredients:

    • 4 Medium Eggplants
    • 1 Garlic clove minced
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper
    • ½ cup Tomato sauce

    Instructions

    Making The Beef:

    • In a small pot add the minced beef, minced onion and all the spices on medium heat.
    • Then, add 2 cups of water, cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until the meat is fully cooked and all the liquids have reduced.

    Grilling The eggplants:

    • Peel the eggplants then wash and drain.
    • Spray an oven sheet with oil then place the eggplants and spray the top and bottom of each piece with oil.
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until the eggplants cooked.

    Assemble Everything:

    • In a small bowl, add the tomato sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper then stir.
    • Place a layer of the grilled eggplants in an oven dish and top with some of the tomato sauce.
    • Then, add a layer of the beef.
    • Add some tomato sauce.
    • Repeat with the remaining eggplants.
    • Bake for 40 minutes.
    • Garnish with some chopped parsley.
    • Serve hot.

    Notes

    • Substitute minced beef for chicken.
    • Add some mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
    • Add a pinch of dried basil, thyme or Italian seasoning mix.
    • Feel free to add roast some potatoes or bell pepper and add them to the eggplant casserole.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serve | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 365mg | Potassium: 1019mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 3mg
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