Eggplant pillows (Cuscini di melanzane) Recipe - Better Homes & Gardens Australia

Eggplant pillows (Cuscini di melanzane) Recipe - Better Homes & Gardens Australia

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Like much of southern Italy's food it's vegetarian, but the rich, delicate flavours are just remarkable.

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Cooking tools:

  • Stove
  • Skillet
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoon
  • Paper towel
  • Peeler

Ingredients

  • 2 medium eggplants, ends trimmed, thinly sliced lengthways
  • Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to season
  • 1⁄2 cup gluten-free flour
  • 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup smooth ricotta cheese
  • 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan
  • 2 Tbsp raisins, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp pine nuts, toasted
  • 6 anchovy fillets, chopped (optional)
  • 3 free-range egg yolks
  • 1⁄2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 1⁄2 cup finely chopped mint leaves
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups tomato passata
  • Shaved parmesan, basil leaves and crusty bread, to serve

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