Hey Amy!

Independence Day and all the fun activities that come with it is just around the corner.  I have been sharing lots of recipes that you can make for this special cookout.  Remember, you can search BBQ, cookout, picnic, side dish, and just about anything else you may need (including adult beverages) in the search box above to assist with your menu planning.

Today’s dish is for my vegetarian friends.  If you are having people over, it’s critical to learn of food allergies and choices.  They are your guests and should not have to feel uncomfortable in your home.  Grilling for vegetarians is a lot easier than most people realize.  A portobello mushroom is delicious and meaty in vegetarian way.  Eggplant and other vegetables also make for a great sandwich.

Ingredients:

1 large eggplant
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 1/4 c. grated mozzarella cheese
2 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
salt and pepper

Heat BBQ.  Slice eggplant into thing circles.  Mix lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl and season to your taste with salt and pepper.  Brush eggplant slices with mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes, without turning, until golden on the underside.

Turn half of the slices over and sprinkle with cheese and chopped tomatoes.  Place the remaining eggplant slices on top of the cheese and tomatoes, turning them to that the pale side is facing up.  Cook for 2 minutes, then carefully turn the whole sandwich over and cook for an additional 2 minutes.  Base with the olive oil mixture.

You can either serve them as is or between two slices of fresh Italian bread.  Either way, this is a delicious meal for your July 4th celebration.

xo–me

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