Savor the Earthy flavors of summer with eggplant. These purple gems are a good source of fiber to help you feel full with fewer calories. Diets rich in fiber help protect the lining of the colon and have been linked to lower risk for cancer and other chronic diseases. Garbanzo beans add extra fiber, protein and a pleasing texture while aromatic notes of cinnamon, mint and cilantro blend to create a one-pot meal that’s both nutritious and flavorful.

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Hi Luella,

Oh I am so glad to get this recipe. I have wanted a new recipe for eggplant. I have out in my garden, just waiting for someone to pick it and make something good out of it. This stew sound so good. Need to go get a few items to make it. I will let you know what I think.

Hi Luella,

I absolutely love Eggplant. Here's a little something that I got from the Rachel Ray show. Love her too, by the way!

My Nieces and Nephews love this unusual snack—and I like that it's healthy. Coated with Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese and garlic salt, the veggie sticks are broiled so there's no guilt when you crunch into them.

Eggplant Snack Sticks

• 1 medium eggplant (1-1/4 pounds)
• 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 cup egg substitute
• 1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce, warmed

Cut eggplant lengthwise into 1/2-in.-thick slices, then cut each slice lengthwise into 1/2-in. strips. In a shallow dish, combine the wheat germ, cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Dip eggplant sticks in egg substitute, then coat with wheat germ mixture. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.

Spritz eggplant with cooking spray. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes. Remove from the oven. Turn sticks and spritz with cooking spray. Broil 2 minutes longer or until golden brown. Serve immediately with spaghetti sauce. Yield: 8 servings.

One serving (4 sticks with 2 tablespoons sauce) equals 85 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 5 mg cholesterol, 440 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein.

Have A Blessed Sunday My Friend,

Phil

Yes, let me know Myrna. I simply loved it.

Oh yum Phil. This sounds delicious. Thank you. But cooking spray......... I always just coat everything with either extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil.