Ingredients
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1
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2
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3
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1
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1
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3
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1
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2
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1/2
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2
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2
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1
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1
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1
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1/2
Directions
Baked Eggplant Chili Casserole, A hearty vegetarian dish , My husband and I both liked the flavor I’m not sure what the soft breadcrumbs means; used the breadcrumbs I had (fine and dry), which made the texture a little weird Next time I will try quick oats instead I omitted the celery because I didn’t have any and used fresh tomatoes and herbs I will definitely try this again I’ve got eggplant growing like crazy in my garden , A hearty vegetarian dish
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Steps
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1
Done
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In a Deep Bowl Soak Diced Eggplant in Heavily Salted Water (about 1/2 Tablespoon Salt). Use a Smaller Bowl to Weigh the Eggplant Down So That It Is Fully Submerged. |
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2
Done
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Leave to Soak About 20 Minutes - Until the Water Is Discoloured - This Process Reduces the Eggplant's Absorbancy. |
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3
Done
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Drain Diced Eggplant Thoroughly and Dry Completely in a Clean Tea Towel or Use Paper Towels. |
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4
Done
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Heat Up 1 Tablespoon of the Olive Oil and Saute the Eggplant Until Softened. Set Aside. |
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5
Done
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Using the Same Frypan Heat Up the Second Tablespoon of Olive Oil and Saute the Garlic and Onion Until Soft. |
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6
Done
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Add Bell Pepper, Carrots, Zucchini and Celery. Saute 5 Minutes. |
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7
Done
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Sprinkle With Red Pepper Flakes, Chili Powder and Ground Cumin. Cook 2 Minutes. |
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8
Done
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Add Canned Tomatoes With the Juice, Sugar, Oregano and Basil Leaves. |
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9
Done
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Cook on Low Until Tomatoes Are Further Broken Up and Softened. |
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10
Done
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Stir in Drained and Rinsed Kidney Beans and Bread Crumbs. |
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11
Done
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Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees F. |
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12
Done
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Pour Into a Greased 9 X 9 Glass Casserole Dish. |
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13
Done
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Sprinkle With Grated Cheese and Bake For 30 Minutes. |
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14
Done
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Very Important! Allow to Rest For 20 Minutes - It Will Thicken Slightly and the Flavours Intensify If Served Warm not Hot. |
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15
Done
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Serve With Garlic Bread and a Green Salad. |
