SAUSAGE STUFFED EGGPLANT BOATS - Dish off the Block

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants, about 3-pounds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 8 large cloves garlic, chopped
• 1-pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
• ½-pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Dish off the Block Ciao Bella Italian Spice Blend
• 2 cups spaghetti sauce (homemade or your favorite brand)
• 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
• ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1-pint grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil leaves, chopped