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| Mediterranean Recipes "1 medium eggplant (1 pound) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 14-1/2-ounce can stewed tomatoes 1/4 cup dry red wine 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons capers, drained 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1 loaf French bread (baguette) Olive oil Fresh thyme (optional) " "1. Peel eggplant, if desired, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes. (You should have about 5 cups.) In a large skillet heat olive oil; add eggplant and onion. Cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat about 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomatoes, red wine, vinegar, capers, salt, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Cool slightly; cover and chill at least 3 hours. 2. Before serving, slice baguettes; brush cut sides with a little olive oil. Arrange slices in a single layer on the unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil a few inches from heat for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once. Serve with eggplant dip. Garnish dip with fresh thyme, if desired. Makes about 4 cups (sixty-four 1-tablespoon servings). " |
