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Creamy four cheese stuffed eggplant: A delightful recipe!

creamy four cheese stuffed eggplant
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A delightful recipe for creamy four cheese stuffed eggplant, featuring a blend of flavorful cheeses and Italian sausage.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggplants, halved lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1½ cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh. Brush with olive oil and roast for 25 minutes until tender.
  2. Scoop out most of the flesh, chop it finely, and leave a sturdy shell.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Brown the Italian sausage, then add the onion and cook until softened. Stir in the garlic and chopped eggplant flesh and cook for 3 minutes.
  4. Mix in the marinara sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, cream cheese, half of the mozzarella, half of the provolone, and half of the Parmesan until creamy.
  6. Fold the cheese mixture into the sausage filling and spoon generously into the roasted eggplant shells.
  7. Top with the remaining mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan.
  8. Bake for 18–20 minutes until bubbling, then broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is deeply golden and lightly crisp.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute the Italian sausage with a vegetarian option for a meatless version.
  • This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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