Mary Caggiano'S Eggplant Appetizer
["1 large eggplant", "1/4 c. oil", "1/2 c. chopped onion", "1/2 c. chopped tomatoes", "2 Tbsp. vinegar", "1 1/2 tsp. salt", "1/8 tsp. pepper", "dash of hot sauce"]
["Peel and cube eggplant; put in colander.", "Sprinkle salt on and let drain to remove bitter taste.", "Heat oil in large skillet; add onion and saute until tender, but not brown.", "Add eggplant and tomato; cook slowly, stirring often, until thick, about 15 minutes.", "Add vinegar and spices.", "Chill.", "Makes about 3 cups. Serve as an appetizer with crackers or as a side dish with meat."]
["eggplant", "oil", "onion", "tomatoes", "vinegar", "salt", "pepper", "hot sauce"]