Broiled Eggplant with Walnut Sauce
-this season's, if possible 1 sm Garlic clove: (see note) 1/4 c Fresh bread crumbs 1 1...
Ingredients
- 1/4cup fresh bread crumbs
- 11/2 c boiling water, approximately
- 3tsp walnut or olive oil
- 1/4tsp fennel seeds, crushed
Directions
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WALNUT SAUCE WITH FENNEL-------------------------- 1 c Walnut meats -this season's, if possible 1 sm Garlic clove: (see note) 1/4 c Fresh br
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With the motor running, gradually pour in about 1 cup of the water
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Stop and scrape down the sides, then add enough water until it is the consistency you want
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It will thicken somewhat as it sits.) Stir in the oil and fennel seeds and season to taste with salt and pepper
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THE EGGPLANT: If the eggplant is mature with lots of developed seeds when sliced, lightly salt the slices and let them sit for 30 minutes
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Blot with paper towels to draw off bitter juices
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If the eggplant is light-colored and firm, without the presence of large seeds, just slice it and go onto the next step
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Preheat the broiler