What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? The Clean Plate Club: Aubergine Mini Pizzas! Lately I’ve been exploring different ways of making gluten-free pizza. So, naturally, when I discovered using an eggplant slice to replace the dough, I had to jump on the low-carb bandwagon to celebrate the merits of healthy choices. Talk about satisfying! Don’t believe me? Check my fellow foodie at http://chefkresorecipes.wordpress.com/2018/02/21 who gave me the idea. Yes, you still get marinara sauce. And of course, cheese toppings are a must-have. The secret to the incredible taste is Italian herbs, in my opinion. But be forewarned, you absolutely cannot skip the first step of “weeping” the bitter juices from the eggplant slices before assembling. Just be sure to allow at least half an hour for that process. Then you’re good-to-go.
AUBERGINE MINI PIZZAS
Ingredients:
1 eggplant
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon corn meal
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, chunky
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions:
Cut off ends of the eggplant; discard. Slice remaining into 3/4” equal sections. Sprinkle kosher salt on both sides of each slice and transfer eggplant onto paper towels to “weep” for 30 minutes. Set aside to allow the towels to absorb the liquid. Then rinse well. Pat dry. Preheat oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush one side of each eggplant slice with olive oil. Dust with cornmeal. Place each slice face down on the parchment paper. Then brush the tops with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle on oregano, marjoram, basil, and garlic powder. Bake 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and layer each eggplant slice with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese. Top with freshly chopped basil. Return to the oven. Change setting to Broil. Watch carefully. Remove after a couple minutes when cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.
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The secret recipe for eggplant. 😜
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This sounds so delicious , wonderful share!
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I’m delighted you find it tempting.
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This sounds really good Gail!
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Thanks. It’s a rule: Moms need chocolate every day! 😍
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yes!!!!!
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I love eggplant and look for new ways to use it, so this recipe is a must. I’ve been meaning to tell you I appreciate the way your recipes serve 2 to 4 people. Now that my husband and I are retired and our children and grandchildren are scattered, it’s usually the two of us, so your portions are perfect.
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I appreciate that comment, Janet, simply because my husband and I are in the same boat. We like to try new things, but don’t want to eat it for the entire week. Love you! 🌸
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This is perfect!! 👌
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I agree. A light lunch, afternoon snack, or late night craving. It satisfies! 😊
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I think I can make this.
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I have confidence in you! Just do it. 😜
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