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Stuffed aubergine rolls with melting mozzarella

1 HOUR | SERVES 4-6 | EASY | V

Inspired by involtini di melanzane, but with a melting middle twist. You can make the sauce and grill the aubergines up to two days ahead and chill.

aubergines 1 large or 2 medium
olive oil 1 tbsp, plus extra for griddling
garlic 3 cloves, sliced
chopped tomatoes 2 x 400g tins
dried oregano ½ tsp
sugar a pinch (optional)
vinegar a splash (optional)
basil a small bunch, leaves picked
mozzarella 1 ball
fresh pesto 4 tbsp

PARMESAN CRUMBS

olive oil 2 tbsp
sourdough or bloomer breadcrumbs 50g
parmesan (or veggie alternative) 25g, finely grated
lemon 1, zested
dried oregano 1 tsp

• Trim the aubergines, then cut into 5mm slices lengthways. Brush both sides of each slice

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