Mediterranean Eggplant (Aubergine) Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 medium eggplants (unpeeled & sliced in 1/4 in thick slices)
• 3/4 cup olive oil (more as required)
• 1 cup onion (chopped)
• 1 cup celery (chopped)
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 cup fresh tomato (seeded & diced)
• 1/2 cup black olives (quartered or sliced)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 large eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons dry parmesan cheese (powder variety)