- Nonstick Skillet/Griddle: A versatile pan designed to prevent food from sticking while allowing even cooking over the stove top. Ideal for grilling sandwiches and achieving that perfect, smoky flavor without oil.
- Mandoline Slicer: A kitchen tool used to slice fruits and vegetables into uniform, thin pieces quickly. Useful for slicing the eggplant uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Cast Iron Skillet: A durable and versatile skillet that can be used on stovetops, in the oven, or over a campfire. Excellent for achieving a nice sear on sandwich components like smoked Gouda slices or grilled vegetables.
- Cheese Grater: A tool used to shred cheese into fine strands, perfect for creating a smoked Gouda layer in your sandwich with ease and consistency.
- Spatula (Metal or Wooden): A utensil used for flipping, lifting, and serving foods like sandwiches. Ensures your eggplant and cheese layers stay intact when turning the grilled sandwiches on and off.
- Cutting Board (Natural or Plastic): A surface for chopping and preparing food, providing a hygienic platform to slice the eggplant and Gouda cheese without damaging your countertops.
- Mixing Bowl (Glass or Stainless Steel): A bowl for mixing ingredients like the sandwich spread, ensuring all components come together before assembly and cooking.
- Cutting Board (Glass or Silicone): Useful for cutting bread and preparing toppings without cross-contamination, ensuring cleanliness in your prep process.
- Bread Slicer (Manual or Electric): A tool to slice bread evenly for sandwiches, ensuring each layer is uniform and looks appealing once grilled.
- Grill Brush (Metal or Nylon): A brush for cleaning the grill, ensuring that your eggplant and smoked Gouda do not stick to a dirty surface. Maintains optimal cooking conditions and food safety.
1 lb tomatoes, finely chopped (2 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoons salt
1 (8-oz) piece smoked cheese such as Gouda, mozzarella, or scamorza
4 (3/4-inch-thick) slices country-style bread (from an 8-inch round loaf)
2 (1-lb) eggplants
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