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Grilled Chicken and Eggplant Parmesan

by Market Manager

From RealSimple.com
(Written up by Sara Gomach)
I make this recipe ALL the time! This recipe packs a fresh flavor punch in no time at all and is great for week night meals! In the winter pan-fry the chicken in olive oil and put the
eggplant and tomatoes under the broiler! I use tinfoil on the grill versus a baking sheet. Bon appetite!
Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 10m | Total Time: 25m

Ingredients
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
4 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
5 tablespoons olive oil
kosher salt and black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 ounces Parmesan, thinly sliced

Directions
Heat grill to medium. On a rimmed baking sheet, place the eggplant and tomato slices in a single layer. Brush both sides of the vegetables with 4 tablespoons of the oil. Season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Grill until tender, about 2 minutes per side for the tomatoes, 5 minutes per side for the eggplant. Transfer to a large bowl and toss gently (the tomato slices will fall apart slightly). Brush the chicken with the remaining tablespoon oil and season with ¼ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice each breast into quarters. Spoon the eggplant and tomatoes over the chicken and top with the Parmesan.

Summer Pasta Bake

by Market Manager

By Cathy Perry

8 oz mini penne pasta
2 cups zucchini sliced thinly
1 small onion sliced thinly
1 –2 T olive oil
1 T Italian seasoning(I use Keene Mushroom,Garlic and Herb Seasoning)
1 jar chunky spaghetti sauce (I use DiSalvos)
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Cook pasta as directed on package in boiling, salted water; drain when done
Put olive oil in a 9 inch skillet and heat on medium high
When oil is heated add vegetables and saute for 8-10 minutes or until soft
Add spaghetti sauce and turn down heat to a simmer for 7-10 minutes
Add pasta to sauce and vegetables
Transfer into a 3 quart oven proof container
Sprinkle parmesan over the top of the casserole
Bake in the center of the oven uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly