Baked Eggplant with Ground Beef

Ingredients

• 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat until the beef is no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain the fat from the skillet.
3. Stir in the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Add the eggplant cubes and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce over the top. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender.
6. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Eggplants are a member of the nightshade family, which includes tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers.
• Ground beef is a great source of protein and iron.
• Tomato sauce is a great way to add flavor to any dish.