Lebanese Eggplant

1    eggplant, peeled, diced

¼   cup extra virgin olive oil

1½ cup onion, chopped

1    garlic clove, minced

½   cup fresh mushrooms, sliced

1    tablespoon whole wheat flour

1    (16-ounce) can tomatoes, drained

½   teaspoon brown sugar

⅛   teaspoon freshly ground pepper

½   teaspoon Celtic salt

¼   teaspoon basil

Cook the eggplant in boiling water in a saucepan for 8 to 10 minutes; drain well. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, and mushrooms in the hot oil for a few minutes. Add the flour, whisking until well blended. Stir in the eggplant, tomatoes, brown sugar, pepper, salt, and basil; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Spread the eggplant mixture in a 1-quart baking dish that has been lightly sprayed with olive oil cooking spray. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

Yield: 4 servings

Adapted from a recipe found on RecipeSource.com