Baked Eggplant Pie with Ham and Cheese is made with few ingredients, is non-fried, and can be served either as a main course or as an appetizing starter on special occasions.
The eggplants are sliced and baked, making them light yet flavorful. Layers alternate between cured ham, perfectly melting American cheese slices, and a simple yet tasty tomato sauce. It is all topped off with a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP.
This pie is a great dinner saver: you can prepare it in advance, store it in the fridge, and reheat it when ready to serve. It’s also a practical idea if you have guests over for dinner and want to serve something simple yet impressive. The single-portion form makes it easy to serve and nice to look at.
Moreover, it is a customizable recipe: you can replace the American cheese slices with mozzarella or scamorza, use cooked ham instead of cured, or add a touch of fresh basil between each layer.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I’ve answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the contact form found at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
- Energy 457.66 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 29.02 (g) of which sugars 10.65 (g)
- Proteins 29.75 (g)
- Fat 27.30 (g) of which saturated 11.34 (g)of which unsaturated 8.69 (g)
- Fibers 11.23 (g)
- Sodium 1,590.19 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 150 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Baked Eggplant Pie with Ham and Cheese
- 1 large black oval eggplant
- 3.5 oz cured ham
- 1.25 cups tomato pulp
- 1.5 oz Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
- 4 American cheese slices
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Tools
- Cutting board
- Baking trays
- Bowl
Recipe for Baked Eggplant Pie with Ham and Cheese
Start the preparation of the eggplant pie by washing the eggplant and removing the top part.
Slice it into approximately 1/2 inch thick slices.
Arrange the eggplant slices on the baking sheet and season with salt and extra virgin olive oil.
Bake the eggplants in a static oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, season the tomato pulp with salt and black pepper.
Assemble the pies: place the seasoned tomato pulp and grated Parmigiano Reggiano on an eggplant slice.
Continue with a slice of cured ham and a piece of American cheese slice or another melting cheese.
Repeat the process for 2 or 3 more layers.
Finish the preparation of the pies by placing on the last eggplant slice a spoonful of tomato sauce and a bit of grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
Bake the eggplant pie with ham and cheese in a static oven at 350°F for about ten minutes.
Let it slightly cool and serve immediately.
Baked Eggplant Pie with Ham and Cheese
Check this section to clear your doubts. If you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
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Can I replace cured ham with another cold cut?
Yes, you can use cooked ham, speck, or even a vegetarian version by removing the cold cut entirely. Alternatively, try with grilled vegetables or sun-dried tomatoes for a meat-free variant.
What cheese can I use instead of American cheese slices?
You can replace the American cheese slices with mozzarella, scamorza, provola, or even stracchino. The important thing is to choose a cheese that melts well.
Can I prepare the pie in advance?
Absolutely yes. You can assemble the pie even the day before and keep it in the refrigerator. When it’s time to serve, you just need to reheat it in the oven for a few minutes.
How do I store the eggplant pie?
Once cooked, it keeps in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, well covered or sealed in an airtight container. You can also freeze it and store it for 2 months.
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