Eggplant and Fresh Tomato Jam Lasagna

Eggplant and Fresh Tomato Jam Lasagna
Eggplant and Fresh Tomato Jam Lasagna
Category - Entrée


Eggplant and Fresh Tomato Jam Lasagna with Blake Hill Fresh Tomato Jam is a unique twist on traditional lasagna. Layers of tender eggplant slices replace pasta, paired with a vibrant and sweet Blake Hill Fresh Tomato Jam. This combination, along with ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, creates a lush, flavorful dish that's both hearty and refreshing, offering a delicious fusion of garden-fresh tomatoes and creamy, melted cheese.


Author:

Blake Hill

Preparation

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, sliced 1/2" thick

  • 12 ounces crimini mushrooms, sliced

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 large egg

  • 16 ounces ricotta cheese

  • 3 ounces grated parmesan

  • 5 ounces shredded mozzarella

  • 2 ounces fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 tsp oregano

  • 4 Tbsp olive oil

  • Blake Hill's Fresh Tomato Savory Jam

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line two sheet trays with parchment paper

2. Place eggplant slices flat, in a single layer on the trays, brush with 2 Tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper

3. Bake 20-25 minutes, turning trays after 10 minutes to release some moisture for a tender and slightly caramelized eggplant

4. Remove eggplant trays from oven, and reduce oven temperature to 350°F

5. Add sliced criminis to the pan, season with salt and pepper, cook until tender and remove from heat.

6. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, basil, egg, parmesan, 1 tsp each salt, pepper and oregano.


ASSEMBLING THE LASAGNA: 

  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.

  2. Oil a casserole dish and make one layer of eggplant, then spread with Blake Hill’s Fresh Tomato Savory Jam, layer with mushrooms then ricotta mixture. Layer again with eggplant, Fresh Tomato Savory Jam, mushroom, and ricotta mixture and keep layering until casserole dish is full then finally top with mozzarella.

  3. Serve with fresh green salad and Enjoy!

Blake Hill Fresh Tomato Jam

Featuring fresh seasonal tomatoes incl. locally grown organic Cherry and Heirloom tomatoes from Honey Field Farm and our special fresh Italian herb blend, this is a naturally sweet and savory tomato jam bursting with flavor!


Our Savory Pantry features a tangy fresh plum tomato jam, and super creamy and full-flavored caramelized onion, roasted garlic, and tomatillo jams.