Eggplant Skillet Deluxe

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 medium Eggplant (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
 * 1 cup sliced green onions
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1 6-1/2-ounce can minced clams with liquid, undrained
 * 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Simmer Eggplant in 1/2-inch salted water until tender (about 6 to 10 minutes); drain.
 * 2) Cook onions in butter until soft but not brown.
 * 3) Add Eggplant, onions, butter, rice, clams, Cheese, salt, poultry seasoning and pepper; heat thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
 * 4) Top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.