SIMPLE EGGPLANT SAUTE

INGREDIENTS:

1 medium-sized eggplant cut into cubes

2 garlic cloves minced

1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves cut into slivers

1 tsp. salt (or salt to taste)

1 tsp. black pepper

2 tbs. of cold-pressed olive oil

4 oz. of water

PREPARATION:

In a large frying pan, add oil and spices. Next, add the cubed eggplant and stir thoroughly. Add the water and cover the mixture for about 15-20 minutes or until the eggplant has cooked/softened. Remove from the heat for about 5 minutes. Serve and garnish with the basil. ENJOY!

Note: Avoid eggplant if you have issues with calcium metabolism or have kidney problems.