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cheesy stuffed eggplant boats
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Delicious cheesy stuffed eggplant boats filled with a savory ground beef mixture, topped with melted cheese and crispy onions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium eggplants, halved lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup crispy fried onions
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out part of the flesh, leaving a border around the edges.
  3. Brush the eggplants with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Place them on a baking tray and roast for 20 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped onion until soft and golden.
  6. Add garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Add ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked.
  8. Mix in paprika, Italian seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  9. Stir in the chopped eggplant flesh and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
  10. Remove from heat and mix in mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  11. Fill each roasted eggplant half generously with the beef mixture.
  12. Top with extra mozzarella cheese and crispy fried onions.
  13. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and beautifully golden.
  14. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve hot with a fresh salad, garlic sauce, or roasted potatoes.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use ground chicken or turkey.
  • For extra flavor, add diced mushrooms or bell peppers to the filling.
  • For a gluten-free option, make sure the fried onions are gluten-free certified.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace beef with lentils and mushrooms.

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