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Slice eggplant into 4 thick slices.
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Broil eggplant until browned on both sides.
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Top one slice of eggplant with 1 oz mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, olive oil and basil.
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Top with another slice of eggplant.
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Return to broiler just until cheese is melted.
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Note: before broiling, if desired, salt eggplant and let sit in a colander or on a pie rack to pull out some of the moisture and bitterness from the eggplant. After 30 minutes, rinse well and dry.