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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon
• 4 pounds eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 rib celery, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup tasso, diced
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 pound ground or finely chopped smoked ham
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1 cup dried bread crumbs

Description

Food Network Invites You To Try This Eggplant Casserole Acadiana Recipe From Emeril Lagasse.

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