Eggplant fans with parmesan cream
Discover a delightful recipe for Eggplant Fans with Parmesan Cream, a flavorful dish made with tender eggplant, savory pasta sauce, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh thyme, and two types of creamy cheese. Perfect for any meal, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress!
- 26 Mar 2024
- Cook time 45 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 4 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
Eggplant fans with parmesan cream is a delightful and savory dish that combines the rich flavors of eggplant, pasta sauce, and creamy parmesan cheese. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash the eggplants and slice them vertically about three-quarters of the way down, creating 5 or 6 'fans' per eggplant. Be careful not to cut all the way through the bottom so that they remain intact.
- Gently spread the eggplant slices (fans) and sprinkle each layer with a bit of minced garlic and chopped fresh thyme. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned eggplants in a baking dish. Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the dish to keep the eggplants moist. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- While the eggplants are baking, halve the cherry tomatoes and set them aside.
- In a bowl, combine the pasta sauce, light sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix well until completely blended.
- After the initial 20 minutes of baking, remove the foil from the baking dish. Spoon the prepared sauce mixture over the eggplants, making sure it seeps into the slices. Place the halved cherry tomatoes around and on top of the eggplant fans.
- Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the eggplants are tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the eggplants from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Spoon any extra sauce from the baking dish over the eggplants and garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme, if desired.
- Serve the Eggplant Fans with Parmesan Cream as a delightful and cheesy side dish or a vegetarian main course. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose firm, glossy eggplants without blemishes for the best texture in your dish.
- Make sure to slice the eggplant evenly to ensure they cook consistently.
- Roasting the garlic cloves beforehand can add an extra depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Use fresh thyme for a more vibrant flavor, but dried thyme can be a suitable substitute in a pinch.
- Be mindful of the seasoning, especially the salt, as the parmesan cheese adds a salty element to the dish.
- If the sauce seems too thick, you can thin it down with a bit more water or broth.
Enjoy this delicious dish with your loved ones. The combination of the tender eggplant and the rich, creamy parmesan sauce is sure to impress!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 510 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 240kcal | 10% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 9g | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 30g | 8% |
| Fiber 10g | 25% |
| Sugar 15g | 15% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 27g | 31% |
| Saturated 8g | 26% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 120ug | 14% |
| Choline 45mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 0.15mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.26mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 6mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 0.44mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B9 77ug | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 0.38ug | 16% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E 3.77mg | 25% |
| Vitamin K 27ug | 22% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 250mg | 19% |
| Copper, Cu 0.31mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.58mg | 14% |
| Magnesium, Mg 63mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus, P 200mg | 16% |
| Potassium, K 1100mg | 32% |
| Selenium, Se 8ug | 14% |
| Sodium, Na 710mg | 47% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.36mg | 12% |
| Water | |
| Water 440g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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