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Fagottini di Melanzane

Cultural Context

Fagottini di Melanzane, originating from Southern Italy, showcases the region's abundant eggplant and cheese. Traditionally enjoyed during summer, this dish reflects the Italian love for fresh, seasonal ingredients, often served at family gatherings. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different cheeses or herbs, making it a versatile favorite in Italian cuisine.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 medium eggplants
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups tomato sauce
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone is often less expensive than fresh mozzarella.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a more affordable cheese with a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive but still suitable for cooking.

1

Slice eggplants lengthwise and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

2

Rinse eggplant slices and pat dry with a paper towel.

3

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add eggplant slices to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

5

In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan, chopped basil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; mix well.

6

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

7

Lay eggplant slices flat and spoon cheese mixture onto one end; roll up to form fagottini.

8

Place fagottini seam-side down in a baking dish; cover with tomato sauce.

9

Sprinkle breadcrumbs and additional cheese on top of the sauce.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

11

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Eggplant FagottiniStuffed EggplantMelanzane Fagottini
Local Name: Fagottini di Melanzane

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