Cheese casserole with baked eggplant and minced meat

This Cheesy Baked Eggplant and Minced Meat Casserole is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender eggplant slices, savory minced meat, aromatic spices, and a cheesy topping—all baked to perfection in a delicious tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or special gathering, this casserole is wholesome, satisfying, and packed with bold flavors.

Preparation Time
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
For the Eggplant Base:

2 long, thin eggplants
Salt (for soaking)
Cold water
For the Meat Filling:

400g minced meat (beef, pork, or turkey)
Ground pepper, to taste
½ tsp dry ginger
1 tsp cornstarch
3-4 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mayonnaise or sour cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
A bunch of parsley, chopped
100g cheese, grated (for the filling)
For the Tomato Sauce & Topping:

300g tomatoes, chopped
1 tbsp flour
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp coriander
1 tsp dry herbs (oregano, thyme, or basil)
30 ml vegetable oil
100g cheese, grated (for topping)
Directions

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