Japanese eggplants are thinner and longer than the globe eggplants found in most grocery stores. Look for this variety at an Asian market if your supermarket does not carry it; substitute two (one-pound) globe eggplants if the Asian variety is not available. One serving of this Italian classic constitutes about two cups of Nunes's vegetable allotment--most of her vegetables for the day.
How to Make It
Step 1
Preheat broiler.
Step 2
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Add oregano, red pepper, and tomatoes; simmer 5 minutes or until thick. Add salt and black pepper; keep warm.
Step 3
Place eggplant halves, cut sides up, in bottom of a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Brush evenly with remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Broil 5 minutes or until slightly browned and tender. Spoon 1/2 cup tomato mixture over each eggplant half; top each half with 1 tablespoon cheese and about 2 teaspoons breadcrumbs. Broil 5 minutes or until cheese is browned.
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