1    Eggplant; Md, About 1 Lb.
2    Cloves Garlic
1/2 ts Soy Sauce
2 tb Olive Oil
1 tb Lemon Juice
1 c  Fresh Tomato; Chopped
2 tb Green Onion; Diced, Use All
2 tb Fresh Parsley; Minced
1 tb Fresh Basil; Chopped, OR
1 ts Dried Basil; Crushed

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 water. Use a spoon to scoop pulp from the
skin. Place the pulp in a bowl and mash with a fork. Using a garlic press,
crush the garlic into the eggplant. Add all of the other ingredients and
blend well. Cover and chill. Makes about 3 1/2 cups of dip. SUGGESTED
DIPPERS: Sesame Crackers, Lavasch Crackers, Cocktail Rye Bread, Scallions,
Bell Peppers