cheese-stuffed eggplant

May 25th, 2008

You possibly will not believe it is possible to lose weight while on a diet plan which includes cheese-stuffed eggplant but it is obtainable. It is crucial to not eat cheese-stuffed eggplant or other high calorie vegetables every day but in moderation.

As an example, I allow myself rich food one day per week. I eat a calorie controlled diet 6 days a week, say 1400 to 1800 calories per day, and then on the last day, I eat anything – within reason of course.

I have been eating this way for the last few weeks and it has enabled me to lose 5 kilos. I have not accelerated my exercise routine or taken any vitamins or diet aids. I have simply been careful of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I feel like one day a week.

On my one day off per week, I tend to eat middle eastern food. I never imagined I could lose 5 kilos while eating middle eastern meals but am very elated to see it is possible. If you would like to try some middle eastern food, I advise you make cheese-stuffed eggplant which is one of my most adored middle eastern recipes.

Cheese-Stuffed Eggplant (Jordan)

2 (1 pound) eggplants
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup salted peanuts
1 1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground marjoram
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cut eggplants lengthwise into halves. Cut out and cube enough eggplant from shells to measure about 4 cups, leaving a 1/2-inch wall on side and bottom of each shell; reserve shells. Cook and stir eggplant cubes, onion and garlic in oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients except reserved shells and cheese. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes.

Place eggplant shells in ungreased shallow pan; spoon peanut mixture into shells. Sprinkle cheese over filled shells. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F until eggplant is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.

Yields 4 servings.

You can change the recipe to make it a little bit healthier or with less calories as this can aid you to lose 5 kilos quickly. It was successful for me and could assist you to lose weight too.

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