{"id":8277,"date":"2018-12-06T11:54:35","date_gmt":"2018-12-06T11:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/?p=8277"},"modified":"2021-06-02T09:09:05","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T09:09:05","slug":"roasted-eggplant-courgettes-tomato-sauce-herbs-capers-olives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/?p=8277","title":{"rendered":"Roasted eggplant and courgettes with tomato sauce, herbs, capers, and olives"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Roasted eggplant and courgettes with tomato sauce, herbs, capers, and olives<\/h4>\n<p>(also called &#8220;<em>alla cafona<\/em>&#8220;).<\/p>\n<div id=\"root\">Loading&#8230;<\/div>\n<p>    <script>\n        (function (w, d, s, o, f, js, fjs) {\n            w['BuildBubbles-Audio-Player'] = o; w[o] = w[o] || function () { (w[o].q = w[o].q || []).push(arguments) };\n            js = d.createElement(s), fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\n            js.id = o; js.src = f; js.async = 1; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);\n        }(window, document, 'script', 'w1', 'https:\/\/vasinl124.github.io\/buildbubbles-audio-player-widget\/build\/widget.js'));\n        w1('init', { targetElementId: 'root' });\n        w1('episodeid', { id: '60b7499bfbbec700179225d2', center: true });\n    <\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you love rich flavours, this recipe is for you. It is really quick and easy to prepare and you need just a few ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>This dish is similar to aubergine parmigiana, and just as tasty, but much lighter. The flavours of the olives, capers, tomato, and Parmigiano cheese blend perfectly with the sweetness of the vegetables.<\/p>\n<p>You can use other cheese instead of Parmigiano (such as cheddar, mozzarella cheese).<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_ingredients.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8280 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_ingredients\" width=\"300\" height=\"178\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<h5>Ingredients<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>medium eggplant 1<\/p>\n<p>medium courgette 1<\/p>\n<p>tomato puree 1 cup<\/p>\n<p>minced garlic 1 teaspoon<\/p>\n<p>capers 3 tablespoons<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tastewithgusto.ie\/shop\/pitted-rosate-olives\/\">sliced black olives 12<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tastewithgusto.ie\/shop\/7-olive-oils\/\">extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons<\/a><\/p>\n<p>fresh basil 5 leaves<\/p>\n<p>oregano \u00bd teaspoon<\/p>\n<p>sea salt<\/p>\n<h5>Equipment:<\/h5>\n<p>1 baking dish, 1 medium saucepan, 1 knife, 1 strainer.<\/p>\n<h5>Method<\/h5>\n<p>Wash courgette and eggplant thoroughly, cut off the ends and cut into slices (about 1 cm thick).<\/p>\n<p>Put the eggplant in a dish (or a strainer), sprinkle with sea salt, let sit for about 15 minutes. This takes out the bitterness.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8281 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe\" width=\"300\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe-78x55.jpg 78w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. Put 2 tablespoons of oil in pan, heat and add garlic. Add the tomato puree, capers, olives, basil, and oregano. Add salt only when the sauce is cooked.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_sauce.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8282 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_sauce.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_sauce\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Rinse the eggplant.<\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.<\/p>\n<p>Lightly oil a pan.<\/p>\n<p>Place one slice of aubergine in the pan and pour a tablespoon of tomato sauce over it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_aubergineslice.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8284 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_aubergineslice.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_aubergineslice\" width=\"300\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_aubergineslice.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_aubergineslice-271x300.jpg 271w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Place one slice of courgette on the previous aubergine, repeat with tomato sauce.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_courgette.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8285 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_courgette.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_courgette\" width=\"300\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_courgette.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_courgette-252x300.jpg 252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Go ahead until you finish alternating the slices of aubergine and courgette. Arrange in a spiral shape. Pour the remaining sauce over vegetables.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_circle.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8286 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_circle.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_circle\" width=\"300\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_circle.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_circle-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Cover with aluminium.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_cover_with_aluminiun.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8287 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_cover_with_aluminiun.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_cover_with_aluminiun\" width=\"300\" height=\"263\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bake for about 20 minutes; then, remove the foil and sprinkle some grated Parmigiano cheese on top.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_parmigiano.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8288 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_parmigiano.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_parmigiano\" width=\"300\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_parmigiano.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_parmigiano-294x300.jpg 294w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bake for another 25 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Add extra virgin olive oil if needed and garnish with basil. Let rest a few minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_baked300.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8289 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_baked300.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_baked300\" width=\"300\" height=\"247\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_plate2_300.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8291 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_plate2_300.jpg\" alt=\"Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_plate2_300\" width=\"300\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_plate2_300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cookwithgusto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Roasted_eggplant_courgettes_tomato_herbs_capers_olives_recipe_plate2_300-236x300.jpg 236w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Tips<\/h5>\n<p>You can prepare this recipe in advance because it is even better the next day! The vegetables will absorb the tomato sauce and gain flavour after resting.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Roasted eggplant and courgettes with tomato sauce, herbs, capers, and olives (also called &#8220;alla cafona&#8220;). Loading&#8230; If you love rich flavours, this recipe is for you. It is really quick and easy to prepare and you need just a few ingredients. This dish is similar to aubergine parmigiana, and just as tasty, but much lighter. 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