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Eggplant and Asparagus Napoleons (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

Eggplant and Asparagus Napoleons (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 large or 2 small eggplants, unpeeled , cut into 12 (1/2-inch thick) slices
16 medium asparagus spears (about 1 1/2 lb), trimmed to 5-inch lengths
extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (15-oz) container whole milk ricotta
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup grated pecorino romano
zest and juice of 1 large lemon
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
For the vegetables: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat, or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the eggplant until tender, about 4 minutes each side. Grill the asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally until crisp-tender. When cool enough to handle, cut the asparagus in half crosswise.
For the filling: In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, basil, Pecorino Romano, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
To assemble: Place 4 slices eggplant on a work surface. Spread each with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture. Line 4 pieces of asparagus, side-by-side, on top. Place another slice of eggplant on top and repeat the layers. Top each napoleon with a slice of eggplant and place on a small baking sheet. Bake until warmed through, about 10 minutes, and serve.
Cook's Note: If the eggplant slices dry out in the oven, drizzle with olive oil before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	117.65 Kcal (493 kJ)
Calories from fat	62.55 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.95g	11%
Cholesterol	15.61mg	5%
Sodium	191.73mg	8%
Potassium	622.02mg	13%
Total Carbs	13.98g	5%
Sugars	7.98g	32%
Dietary Fiber	6.9g	28%
Protein	11.41g	23%
Vitamin C	13mg	22%
Iron	3.5mg	19%
Calcium	191.1mg	19%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	36.24 Kcal (152 kJ)
Calories from fat	19.27 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.14g	11%
Cholesterol	4.81mg	5%
Sodium	59.06mg	8%
Potassium	191.6mg	13%
Total Carbs	4.3g	5%
Sugars	2.46g	32%
Dietary Fiber	2.12g	28%
Protein	3.52g	23%
Vitamin C	4mg	22%
Iron	1.1mg	19%
Calcium	58.9mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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