This kid-friendly rollatini di melanzane recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is sure to become a favourite with your little one. The cheesy, eggplant-stuffed rollatini is a delicious way to get your toddler to eat their veggies! A simple, yet tasty dish that can be prepared quickly for busy parents, it’s perfect for those nights when you need something fun and flavorful that will win the approval of even the pickiest eaters. Get the recipe for this vegetarian delight now on Toddler Recipes Australia!

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Rollatini, Melanzane, Italian
• Calories: 250
• Protein: 9g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fats: 16g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants (400g total)
• 180g ricotta cheese (avoid sugar added)
• 25g grated parmesan cheese
• 2 - 3 tablespoons oregano (chopped)
• 2 - 3 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
• 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt (to taste)
• Ground black pepper (to taste)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius (gas mark 7).
2. Slice the eggplants lengthwise, into thin slices of 1/4 inch (5mm) thick.
3. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, oregano, and parsley.
6. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and olive oil together over low heat until warm.
7. Add the minced garlic and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Take the eggplant slices out of the oven and let them cool.
9. Spread a thin layer of the ricotta mixture on each slice and roll them up.
10. Place them in a greased baking dish.
11. Pour the garlic-infused milk on top and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper.
12. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Recommended Sides

• A platter of steamed vegetables
• A side salad with Italian dressing
• Garlic bread with a hint of oregano

All jokes aside, you’ll be rollin’ in Rollatini di Melanzane in no time! Enjoy! :smiley: