Cheese Eggplant Lasagna

4 servings

45 minutes

Eggplant cheese lasagna is an exquisite blend of Italian classic with the delicate texture of baked vegetables. Instead of traditional pasta sheets, thin slices of eggplant soaked in the aroma of tomatoes, spices, and cream cheese are used here. This recipe, inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, allows for a lighter and more original dish while maintaining the rich flavor and appetizing appearance of lasagna. Cream cheese adds tenderness to each layer, while mozzarella and parmesan create a golden crust that is irresistible. Served hot with fresh herbs or a glass of red wine that pairs perfectly with the rich meat notes. This dish not only satisfies but brings warmth and coziness, becoming the centerpiece of family dinners or festive gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 902.3
• Proteins: 57.6g
• Fats: 70.3g
• Carbohydrates: 16g

Ingredients

• Tomato paste: 240 g
• Eggplants: 1.5 pc
• Minced pork: 500 g
• Cottage cheese: 280 g
• Mozzarella cheese: 250 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 10 tbsp
• Mix of peppers: 1 tsp
• Ground chili pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Slice the mozzarella into pieces about 4–5 mm thick.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 250 g

2. Grate the eggplant on a special grater into thin slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 1.5 piece

3. Layer the eggplants in a baking dish and salt them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 1.5 piece
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Grease the eggplants with tomato paste, then season with ground chili.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato paste: 240 g
   • Ground chili pepper:  to taste

5. Spread the minced meat on top in a layer of about 5 mm and sprinkle with pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Minced pork: 500 g
   • Mix of peppers: 1 teaspoon

6. Spread cream cheese on one side of the eggplant slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Eggplants: 1.5 piece
   • Cottage cheese: 280 g

7. Place the cheese down on the minced meat.

8. Grease again with tomato paste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato paste: 240 g

9. Place the eggplants on top.

10. Then add a layer of minced meat and salt it.

    Required ingredients:

    • Minced pork: 500 g
    • Salt:  to taste

11. Spread the eggplant slices with cream cheese, but this time place the cheese side up.

    Required ingredients:

    • Eggplants: 1.5 piece
    • Cottage cheese: 280 g

12. Add mozzarella on top.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mozzarella cheese: 250 g

13. Sprinkle with parmesan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Grated Parmesan cheese: 10 tablespoons

14. Send the dish to a preheated oven at 180 degrees.

15. Remove the dish from the oven in 30 minutes.

16. Slice into portions and serve.