We can't forget about the parents at a kids’ party, and to satisfy their more adult cravings we've created these Grilled Pepper and Eggplant Caprese Sandwiches. 🥪🍆
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INGREDIENTS
1 small eggplant - sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
1-2 medium red peppers
1 log of Fresh Mozzarella cheese - sliced thin
2 medium tomatoes - sliced thin
Ciabattatta bread (either buns or baguette to slice into portions)
Pesto Sauce
Leafy greens
Fresh basil leaves
Extra virgin olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the gas grill to medium-high heat.
- Drizzle some oil over peppers and eggplant and grill for 3-5 minutes per side, until charred.
- Optional: Grill bread, cut side down for 1 minute, to warm it up.
- To assemble the sandwich: Smear the inside of each bread slice with pesto, place 2-3 slices of eggplant on the bottom, Add 1-2 slices pepper, and 2-3 slices of Fresh mozzarella. Top with fresh basil and the top slice of bread.
- Cut as desired, and serve
Remember, running around after little ones always works up an appetite so don't forget about your fellow parents who might be attending!
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