thatsanice! EGGPLANT BRUSCHETTA
servings :	8
preparation time :	0:45
categories :	appetizer

amount	measure	ingredient -- preparation method
1	medium	eggplant
1	loaf	Italian or Country Bread -- sliced
2	large	tomatoes -- peeled and chopped
5	ounces	ricotta cheese -- sliced
1/2	cup	extra virgin olive oil
1/4	jar	thatsanice"bacio" Sicilian "kiss of garlic" spread
1/2	teaspoon	salt -- to taste
1/2	teaspoon	freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

to prepare: -preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  -pierce the eggplant with a fork and bake for 30 minutes, or until soft to  the touch. -let eggplant cool slightly and cut in half lengthwise. -scoop out the pulp, and puree in a food processor until smooth. -season with salt and pepper. -cut the bread into 1/2" slices.   -spread thatsanice"bacio", on each slice and broil in oven or grill until  bread is toasted. (watch that it does not burn) -spread the eggplant puree on each slice of toasted bread. -top with chopped tomatoes and ricotta. -drizzle with a little olive oil and serve.