Caponata with Polenta Crostini

Caponata with Polenta Crostini
Caponat It is an inexpensive recipe for fans of Mediterranean food. Head to the store and pick up eggplant, sea salt, olive oil, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Preheat broiler.
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Cut bell pepper in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membranes.
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Place halves, skin sides up, on foil-lined baking sheet; flatten with hand. Broil 15 minutes or until blackened.
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Place in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; seal.
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Let stand 15 minutes. Peel; cut into 1/2-inch squares.
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Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add eggplant; cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring frequently.
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Add salt and black pepper; stir well.
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Remove from pan.
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Add 2 teaspoons oil and onion to pan; cook 3 minutes or until onion begins to brown, stirring frequently.
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Add garlic, thyme, and anchovy paste; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Add vinegar; cook 30 seconds.
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Add eggplant and capers; stir well.
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Remove from heat.
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Stir in bell pepper and parsley. Cool to room temperature before serving.
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Serve with Polenta Crostini.
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(Totals include Polenta Crostini)
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings10
Health Score12
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