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MEET THE GROWERS
The Lyall Family
Rancho Monte Vista
Pauma Valley, California
Four generations of farmers within the family. Started with citrus in the 1930s and began growing avocados five years ago. Recently installed on-site solar panels that allow them to save green and be green at the same time. Taking excellent care of the land...
EGGPLANT AVOCADO NAPOLEON
Categories
- Entrees,
- Southern Living
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Preparation
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Cook Time
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Total Time
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Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission
Ingredients
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1.000
1
large eggplant, peeled
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1.000
1
tsp.
salt, divided
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0.333
⅓
cup
plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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0.250
¼
cup
white wine vinegar
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1.000
1
garlic clove, pressed
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1.000
1
tsp.
fresh or dried rosemary
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3.000
3
large California Avocados, peeled and sliced
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1.000
1
(4.5 ounce) container garlic-and-herb soft spreadable cheese
Instructions
- Cut eggplant lengthwise into 6 slices. Sprinkle slices evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let stand 10 minutes.
- Whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, next 3 ingredients, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and set aside.
- Brush eggplant slices evenly with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Grill in a WEBER Charcoal or Gas Barbecue, covered with grill lid, over high heat (400 degrees to 500 degrees) 2 minutes on each side.
- Place eggplant in a large shallow dish and drizzle with half of olive oil mixture.
- Grill avocado slices, without grill lid, 2 minutes on each side.
- Cut eggplant slices crosswise in half. Arrange one slice on each of 4 individual plates.Spread evenly with one-third of cheese; top with half of avocado slices, and spread with one-third cheese.
- Repeat layering procedure with 4 eggplant slices, remaining cheese, and remaining avocado; top with remaining eggplant.
- Drizzle evenly with remaining olive oil mixture. Serve immediately.
- Makes 4 servings.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Nutrition information per serving
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