| Eggplant Skillet 1 pound of ground beef 1/4 cup of chopped onion 1/4 cup of chopped celery One 8 ounce can (1 cup) of tomato sauce 1/2 cup of water 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of dried oregano, crushed 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of chili powder 1 small eggplant, about 1 pound, cut in 1/2 inch slices 4 ounces of sharp process American cheese, shredded, about 1 cup Paprika Shredded Parmesan cheese |
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Cook the beef, onion, and celery until the meat is browned. Drain off excess fat. Stir in the tomato sauce, water, oregano, and chili powder. Season the eggplant slices with salt & pepper. Arrange on top of meat sauce. Cover and simmer until the eggplant is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Top with shredded process American cheese and sprinkle with paprika. Serve with Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 - 5 servings
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