Mediterranean Eggplant Steaks

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   Cut eggplant lengthwise, 1 inch thick.
3. 3
   Brush eggplant steak with extra virgin olive oil.
4. 4
   Season with salt and pepper on each side.
5. 5
   Grill 3-4 minutes for small eggplant or 4-6 minutes for large eggplant, turning occasionally, until tender.
6. 6
   Defrost spinach in microwave, then squeeze dry when cooled.
7. 7
   Heat 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in skillet.
8. 8
   Add spinach and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and heat thoroughly.
9. 9
   Place eggplants on a greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Top each steak with a thin layer of spinach mixture, then hummus.
11. 11
    Toss breadcrumbs, parmesean cheese, and parsley flakes with 2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
12. 12
    Put breadcrumb mixture on top of steaks then bake til brown, about 5 minutes.