3 eggplants
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
3/4 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
3 large fresh tomatoes, sliced
Spray cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Slice the eggplant into 1/3 inch circles. Place on cookie sheet. Put a few grains of salt on each slice. Bake for 15 minutes at 350F. Saute onions and garlic until soft. Combine the cheeses. Combine wheat germ and spices. Coat a large baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Layer ingredients this way: eggplant, wheat germ, cheese, tomato, eggplant, tomato, wheat germ. Cover pan. Bake at 350F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes. Serve warm. Reheats beautifully in the microwave oven.
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