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Crostini with Tuscan Eggplant and Basil

Name: Crostini with Tuscan Eggplant and Basil
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tuscan Italian
Ingredients: 1 eggplant, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped; 1 baguette, sliced; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp honey; 1/2 tsp garlic powder

A simple yet flavorful Italian appetizer featuring roasted eggplant and fresh basil on crusty bread.

30 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss eggplant slices with oil, salt, and garlic powder.
Roast for 20 minutes until tender. Cool slightly.
In a bowl, mix basil, balsamic vinegar, and honey.
Spread mixture on baguette slices and top with roasted eggplant.

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