Dinner for 4
Stuffed Eggplant
Eggplant halves are roasted, filled with seasoned beef and tomatoes, then topped with Parmesan and parsley.
$8.73for 4 servings
$2.18 per serving$8.73 for 4
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Photo: foodfaithfitness.com
- 55 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
MediterraneanGluten-freeLow-carbBudgetFamilyDinners
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Eggplant$1.99/lb typical | 2 lb | $3.98Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.39Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Ground beef$5.49/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $2.75Typical price |
| Canned tomatoes$0.08/oz typical | 8 oz | $0.64Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.73 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepperDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 eggplants
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425 F.
- Halve the eggplants lengthwise, scoop out some flesh, brush with olive oil, and roast cut-side up on a baking sheet for 20 minutes.
- Chop the eggplant flesh and cook it with onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef, salt, pepper, and oregano, and cook for 7 minutes, breaking up the meat until it reaches 160 F.
- Stir in the tomatoes, fill the roasted eggplant halves, top with Parmesan, and bake for 15 minutes before adding parsley.
Swaps
- Ground beef for Ground turkeyabout $0.50/lb less at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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