Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['gluten_free'], recipe: cut the eggplant in half lengthwise. bake, cut side down, on a greased cookie sheet at 400 degrees f for 60 minutes. as the eggplant cools, gently squeeze out the excess liquid. use a spoon to scoop pulp from the skin; discard skin. place the pulp in a bowl and mash with a fork. using a garlic press, crush the garlic into the bowl. add all of the other ingredients and blend well. season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving. serve with pita crackers, endive leaves, sliced cucumber, or other vegetable dippers. also good with 1/4 cup yoghurt, a bit of toasted sesame oil, and red wine or balsamic vinegar added.

Target recipe: preheat oven to 400°f. place tomatoes, eggplant, onion and garlic on large baking sheet. brush vegetables with oil. roast until vegetables are tender and brown in spots, about 45 minutes. remove from oven. scoop eggplant from skin into heavy large saucepan; discard skin. add remaining roasted vegetables and thyme to same saucepan. add 4 cups chicken stock and bring to boil. reduce heat to simmer. cook until onion is very tender, about 45 minutes. cool slightly. working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. return soup to saucepan. stir in cream. bring to simmer, thinning with more stock, if desired. season soup with salt and pepper. ladle into bowls. sprinkle with goat cheese; serve.