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Eggplant and Prosciutto Roll Ups - These Eggplant and Prosciutto Roll Ups are a culinary delight hailing from Italy's rich tradition of combining simple ingredients to create dishes wit

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Eggplant and Prosciutto Roll Ups

These Eggplant and Prosciutto Roll Ups are a culinary delight hailing from Italy's rich tradition of combining simple ingredients to create dishes with complex flavors. The delicate balance of the creamy ricotta, salty prosciutto, and earthy eggplant makes this dish a perfect appetizer or side dish. Topped with a traditional marinara sauce and a sprinkle of parmesan, every bite is a celebration of Italian gastronomy.

Serves 4

Ingredients

Olive oil
2 tablespoons
Salt
to taste
Black pepper
to taste
Marinara sauce
2 cups
Fresh basil
1/4 cup, chopped
Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup, grated
Ricotta cheese
1 cup
Prosciutto
8 thin slices
Eggplant
2 large, sliced lengthwise

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Sprinkle salt on both sides of the eggplant slices and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out the excess moisture. After 10 minutes, pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture onto one side of each eggplant slice.
  5. Place a slice of prosciutto on top of the ricotta mixture on each eggplant slice.
  6. Starting from one end, gently roll up each eggplant slice and secure with a toothpick.
  7. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the eggplant roll-ups, seam side down, and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  8. Transfer the roll-ups to a baking dish and evenly pour the marinara sauce over them.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top of the roll-ups and the sauce.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and the sauce is bubbly and slightly caramelized on top.
  11. Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.

Tips

  • 💡 For a vegetarian version, you can simply omit the prosciutto.
  • 💡 The eggplant slices can be grilled for a smoky flavor before being rolled up.
  • 💡 If you can't find fresh basil, dried basil can be used as a substitute. Use one-third of the amount, as dried herbs are more potent.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 Dish Type: Appetizer Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Calories: 300 Fat: 18g Carbs: 20g Protein: 15g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 8g

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