It makes a great hearty base for the other ingredients and manages to absorb all the flavors of the stew. (markbittman.com)
I made it as suggested, and it was a welcome, hearty base for a mushroom / spinach / cheese pie I threw together for an easy weeknight dinner... and breakfast... and lunch... how I love good leftovers! (101cookbooks.com)
The perfectly roasted basil eggplant acts as a nice, hearty base. (withfoodandlove.com)