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Savory Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin

Savory Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin

Savory Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin is a comforting dish that combines hearty Italian sausage with creamy eggplant, making it a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Cozy Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 1 medium eggplant adds a creamy texture
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning
  • 1 pound Italian sausage or turkey sausage for a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or mix your own
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh for best taste
  • 1 can fire-roasted canned tomatoes or fresh tomatoes if in season
  • 1 cup fresh basil or parsley if needed
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano for sharper flavor
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella or low-moisture mozzarella for firmer texture

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Savory Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Slice the eggplant into ½-inch rounds.
  3. Roast the eggplant for 25 minutes, drizzling with olive oil and sprinkling with kosher salt.
  4. Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add to the sausage.
  6. Combine fire-roasted canned tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and salt in the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Layer in a baking dish: start with roasted eggplant, then sausage mixture, basil, heavy cream, parmesan, and mozzarella. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  8. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 24gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh basil on top for added flavor.

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