Veggie Snob

I got this recipe from the kitchn.com and edited it by using just the spices I had at hand, and it was amazing! I think it would make an excellent starter, or even a  fun side!  it only took about 15 minutes to make!

What you need:
2 medium eggplants
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and a pinch of sugar
Italian parsley and fresh chives
3 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
Small handful fresh chives, chopped
Salt and pepper
goat cheese, crumbled

Anything Special?
A stove top grill pan!

What you do:
1. Slice the eggplants into patty’s about 3/4-inch thick. Salt lightly and set aside. Heat the grill (or stovetop grill pan) to high heat.

2. Whisk together the olive oil and vinegar and lightly dunk the eggplant slices so each is moist with the oil. Place them on the heated grill and cover. Cook, turning halfway through, for 8-10 minutes, or until they are as soft as you prefer.

3. Meanwhile, toss the chopped tomatoes with the minced herbs and mix with just a little salt and pepper to taste.

4. In the last couple minutes of cooking, sprinkle each eggplant slice with a few crumbles of goat cheese and cook so that the cheese begins to soften.

5. Remove the slices, top with the tomato mixture, and serve!