Mexican Weight Loss Snack

Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

Egg plant – cut into cubes – 1 no
Vegetable oil – 3 tbsp
Onion – chopped – ½ cup
Tomatoes – 1 lb – 1 can
Parsley – chopped – 1 tbsp
Sugar – 1 tsp
Pepper – 1/8 tsp
Bread crumbs – 1 cup
Fat free cheese – ½ cup

Preparation

Sauté eggplant lightly in drippings or oil in a large skillet; place in 8-cup casserole. Sauté onions in same pan until soft; stir in chili powder and cook 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper; heat to boiling; pour over eggplant; top with crumbs and cheese. Bake 350° 30 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
Tip: While buying, make a habit to read the Nutrition Facts label on foods. Look for foods low in saturated fats and trans fats. Choose and prepare foods and beverages with little salt (sodium) and added sugars (caloric sweeteners).