Sausage and Eggplant Bake
This Sausage and Eggplant Bake combines layers of caramelized roasted eggplant with savory Italian sausage and two cheeses for a hearty one-dish meal. Perfect for family dinners, it transforms simple ingredients into a comforting casserole with Italian-inspired flavors. Make ahead for busy weeknights or weekend entertaining—it only gets better as the flavors meld.
- Time: 75 min
- Servings: 6
Source: worldkitchentools.com
Ingredients
- medium eggplants
- tablespoons olive oil
- pound Italian sausage
- large onion
- garlic cloves
- red bell pepper
- teaspoon dried oregano
- teaspoon red pepper flakes
- can
- tablespoons tomato paste
- fresh basil )
- shredded mozzarella cheese
- grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
- teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Cooking spray or additional olive oil for greasing
- zucchini
- mushrooms
- kalamata olives
- tablespoon balsamic vinegar