"Julia Child's Eggplant Pizzas made on a base of roasted eggplant are great for an appetizer, or eat two slices for a main dish!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 globe eggplant, about 8 ounces and 9-10 inches long
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1 T salt, for drawing water out of eggplant
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2 T olive oil, for brushing eggplant before roasting
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2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning, for sprinkling on eggplant before roasting
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10 large basil leaves, cut in chiffonade strips (optional)
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1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
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1/3 cup finely grated mozzarella
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hot red pepper flakes for sprinkling finished pizza (optional)
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3 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
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3 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped
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14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes with liquid (see notes)
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1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning blend
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1/4 tsp. dried oregano (use Greek or Turkish oregano)