Caprese-Stuffed Eggplant

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut eggplant in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, hollow out the eggplant, leaving a shell about 1/4 inch thick. Dice the flesh and set aside. Brush the hollowed-out eggplant halves with 1 tablespoon oil. Place the halves cut-side down on a baking sheet; roast until tender, about 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced eggplant, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring, until tender and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in tomatoes, mozzarella,1 tablespoon vinegar and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Divide the mixture between the roasted eggplant halves. Bake until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar and sprinkle with basil, if desired, and serve.