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Eggplant Parmesan Boats

Name: Eggplant Parmesan Boats
Cook time: 56 min
Total time: 56 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants; 2 tablespoons olive oil; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; ½ lb ground turkey; 1 onion, diced; 2 cups marinara sauce; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; fresh basil, for garnish

By Tasty56 min4 servings

This hearty and satisfying pasta dish is made with roasted butternut squash, crispy bacon, and a creamy sauce.

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Scoop out inside of eggplant leaving about ½-inch (1 cm) border inside.
3
Chop the remaining eggplant and reserve.
4
Brush the scooped out eggplants with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5
Bake for 10-15 minutes.
6
Heat olive oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
7
Add onions and garlic to the pan. Cook until translucent. Add ground turkey and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cook until the meat is browned.
8
Add leftover eggplant pieces to ground turkey and onion. Cook for 5-8 minutes or until tender.
9
Add marinara sauce and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
10
Scoop meat sauce into the eggplants and sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan.
11
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
12
Sprinkle with basil and serve.
13
Enjoy!