Broiled Basil Eggplant

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Eggplant that isn't breaded and fried! the cooking time for this recipe is for a large eggplant....if you use the smaller japanese style eggplant, reduce the broiling time.

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Steps

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Combine the first six ingredients in a small bowl , beating with a wire whisk until blended.

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Set aside.

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Brush both sides of eggplant slices with the 3 tbsp olive oil.

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Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer ona n ungreased baking sheet.

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Sprinkle with 1 / 4 tsp salt and 1 / 4 tsp pepper.

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Broil 5 1 / 2 inches from heat for 5 minutes on each side or until tender and lightly browned.

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Arrange eggplant slices on an ovenproof platter or casserole dish , overlapping slices slightly.

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Arange cheese slices over the eggplant slices.

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Broil for 1 minute or until cheese melts.

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Whisk the reserved olive oil mixture until blended.

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Spoon over the eggplant.

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Garnish with fresh basil sprigs if desired.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, fresh basil, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, eggplant, mozzarella cheese, basil sprig