Eggplant Ricotta Sandwich

Written By Swati Thakkar
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This eggplant ricotta sandwich has the perfect blend of flavors that will keep you coming back for more. It’s tangy, savory, and cheesy… Trust me, you won’t be able to get enough!

Come join me!

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf sliced French bread

  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese

  • 1 eggplant

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (or more!)

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 6 garlic cloves (chopped)

  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • Salt to taste

  • Cooking spray

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF

  • In a bowl, add oil, crushed garlic, oregano, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper

  • Mix and set aside

  • Slice the eggplant into thin round slices (about a quarter inch thick)

  • Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray

  • Place eggplant onto the baking sheet

  • Brush on your oil mixture

  • Bake for about 7-10 minutes or until the eggplant is soft

  • Remove from oven

  • Add a spoonful of marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese to each eggplant round

  • Place your tray back into the oven until your cheese is melted

  • Remove from oven and set aside

  • Take the french bread and add a thin layer of ricotta cheese to each slice

  • Top with 2 of your baked eggplant slices and more mozzarella cheese

  • Add salt to taste

  • And bake again until your cheese is melted!

And your eggplant ricotta sandwich is ready to eat!

Watch the tutorial for this dish on TikTok:

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