Eggplant (Aubergine) Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 1 small eggplant, peeled, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1/4 cup pimiento or roasted red pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3-4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• fresh basil, julienned
• dried oregano
• salt
• fresh ground pepper
• baguette, sliced, toasted or crackers

Directions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tbs olive oil in skillet and sauté eggplant, onion, garlic & pimiento until eggplant is soft. let cool.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil.

3. 3

   Once eggplant has cooled add to olive oil mixture and stir with spoon. salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Serve on sliced and toasted baguette or crackers.