Aubergine Parmegano

Main - 2 Hours - Vegetarian

Prep Time: 10 Mins

Stove Top Time: 30 Mins

Clever Bag Time: Minimum 2 hours

Aubergine Parmegano is one of the most iconic Italian dishes.  It is simple to make and is lighter than lasagne.

SERVES 2

Please note: Adjust the quantities for the Medium/Large Clever Bag.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp of sunflower oil

• 2 medium aubergines, cut into thin slices

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped

• 2 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes

• 10ml mixed herbs

• ⅔ cup of grated parmesan cheese

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 10ml brown sugar

Directions

1. Heat some oil in a frying pan. Lightly sprinkle the aubergine slices with salt and pepper and fry in oil until brown.

2. Remove and drain on paper towel. In the same pan, fry the onion and garlic until golden.

3. Add the tin of chopped tomatoes, herbs, sugar and salt and pepper to taste.

4. In a small pot with a lid, lay ⅓ of the aubergine slices.  Top with ⅓ of the parmesan.

5. Place the pot on the stove and bring to the boil.  Close the pot with its lid and simmer for 5 minutes.

6. Place the sealed pot in the Clever Bag on a mat or cloth, seal and leave to cook for 2 hours.

7. Garnish with parsley and serve with crusty ciabatta and/or salad.