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Serves: 6 - 8

Bursting with the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean, this comforting gratin makes an simple meal. Protein-rich eggs and cheese contain tryptophan, a chemical which the body turns into the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, serotonin. Olive oil and whole grains in the form of oats replace traditional margarine and matzah meal for an extra heart-healthy boost. To make it vegan, use dairy-free cheddar.

Recipes adapted from To Life! Healthy Jewish Food (You Caxton Publications)

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Ingredients

Name: Healthy roasted vegetable kugel
Yield: 6 - 8
Ingredients: 3 medium aubergines; 1 sweet pointed red pepper; 2 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil; 1 large onion; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp za’atar; Few sprigs of fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried oregano; 20 grinds black pepper; 2 tbsp rolled or breakfast oats; 100g extra mature cheddar; 2 tbsp grated parmesan; 150 g baby plum or cherry tomatoes

3 medium aubergines

1 sweet pointed red pepper

2 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil

1 large onion

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

2 large eggs

1 tsp za’atar

Few sprigs of fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried oregano

20 grinds black pepper

2 tbsp rolled or breakfast oats

100g extra mature cheddar

2 tbsp grated parmesan

150 g baby plum or cherry tomatoes

Healthy roasted vegetable kugel

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