How to Make Eggplant and Goat Cheese Rolls

This is a delicious, unique appetizer that will wow your friends, family and party guests. Read on to learn how to make eggplant and goat cheese rolls.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2 medium sized eggplants
• 1 large tube of goat cheese
• Cooking spray
• Onion powder
• Thyme
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Baking pan
• Decorative toothpicks

1. Wash eggplant and cut off a bit of the top and bottom.

2. Carefully peel skin.

3. Slice long ways, about half-inch thick slices.

4. Lightly salt eggplant and let sit for a half hour to get rid of any bitterness.

5. Spray baking pan with non-stick spray. Brush eggplant on both sides with olive oil. Broil on low.

6. Meanwhile, put goat cheese in a bowl. Add enough oil to make a paste-like substance. Add onion powder and thyme to taste.

7. Flip eggplant over and broil until soft and lightly brown.

8. Remove eggplant, place on plate and let cool.

9. Take a tsp. of your goat cheese mixture and place on one end of a slice of eggplant. Roll and complete with toothpick. Enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• Wait until eggplant cools before inserting goat cheese.
• Don't overcook the eggplant.
• Don't use too much oil in the goat cheese mixture. It will be soggy.