Ingredients

  • 1 lrg Italian aubergine, sliced 1/4" thick Salt Extra virgin olive oil spray
  • 2 x Cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 x Ripe tomatoes, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. Minced fresh basil
  • 2 tsp Dry oregano
  • 1/2 c. White wine, or possibly broth with lemon
  • 1 c. Chickpeas, cooked
  • 2 x Large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 Tbsp. Grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Preheat oven to 300F.
  • Place aubergine slices on a large baking tray and lightly sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake for 10 min, or possibly till easily pierced with a fork.
  • While aubergine is baking, heat a skillet and spray lightly with oil.
  • Saute/fry onion till soft.
  • Add in garlic, tomatoes , basil, oregano and wine.
  • Continue to cook till tomatoes soften, about 10 min.
  • Rinse salt from aubergine, if you like.
  • Place slices in a lightly oiled
  • (sprayed) 9- by 12-inch baking dish.
  • Raise temperature of oven to 350F.
  • Spread chickpeas over aubergine; top with beaten Large eggs.
  • Spoon tomato mix over Large eggs.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 45 min.
  • Serve warm and garnish with a leaf or possibly two of fresh basil.
  • Will serve 2 lunch to 4 buffet