Melitzanes Katsarolas Voutirou(Potted Eggpl

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MELITZANES KATSAROLAS VOUTIROU (POTTED EGGPL

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables Greek

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 pounds Eggplant
3/4 cup Butter
50 milliliters Garlic
3 tablespoons Parsley -- chopped
1 1/2 pounds Tomatoes, peeled -- strained OR
1 tablespoon Tomato paste + 1 c. water
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup Water

Peel the eggplants, cut into 1 1/2" cubes, and soak in lightly salted
water for 15 min. Drain, and squeeze gently. Brown the butter in lge. pot. Add
eggplant cubes and turn 2 to 3 times, to brown lightly on all sides. Add
garlic; cook untill golden. Add parsley, tomatoes (or paste & water), salt
& pepper, and the 1 cup water. Cover. Simmer until all liquid is absorbed
and only the oil remains (30 to 45 min.).

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