Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Hands-On Learning Hands-On Learning Which celery stalk stayed the crispest? Which looked best? What eff ect did the plastic wrap have on the celery? 10. In the Conclusions section, explain why the celery stalks you chose as being crispest and looking best received these ratings. Explain why the plastic wrap aff ected the celery as it did. Discuss how you can use the information gained from this experiment. Chudovska/Shutterstock.com RECIPE Mediterranean Eggplant Yield: 4 ¾-cup servings Ingredients 1 medium eggplant, sliced crosswise 1 16-ounce can crushed tomatoes (or 6 fresh plum tomatoes, skin removed and chopped) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon honey Basil springs for garnish, if desired Steps Cook the Eggplant 1 Cut the eggplant crosswise into ½-inch thick slices. 2 Line a shallow pan with foil and coat lightly with cooking spray. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer. 3 Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the oven at 450°F (230°C). 4 Remove from the oven and cover the pan with foil. Let the eggplant steam under the foil for 5 minutes. 5 Dice the eggplant into ½-inch cubes. Assemble and Cook the Dish 1 Place the onion and olive oil in a large skillet. Cook over medium high heat, stirring often for about six to eight minutes until the onions start getting soft. 2 Stir in the cinnamon and honey, cooking for another two minutes. 3 Add the eggplant cubes and tomato pieces and cook until they are hot, about five minutes. Per serving: 150 calories, 3 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate, 7 g total fat, 7 g fiber, 150 mg sodium As you prepare the following recipe, identify the types of vegetables that are used. Are any seasoners used? This fragrant dish can be served as a side dish. On the other hand, add a can of drained, rinsed chickpeas and it can be served as a main dish. 373 Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Chapter 15 Versatile Vegetables