Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F.

Step 2

Cut eggplant lengthwise in half; place, cut sides down, on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.

Step 3

Bake 30 to 35 min. or until tender. Cool slightly.

Step 4

Meanwhile, mix mayo and garlic until blended; spread onto both sides of bread slices. Place on baking sheets sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 5 min. on each side or until evenly toasted on both sides.

Step 5

Scoop pulp from eggplant halves into food processor. Add 3/4 cup pasta sauce, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 Tbsp. basil; process until smooth. Spoon into 1-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining pasta sauce.

Step 6

Bake 20 to 25 min. or until heated through, topping with remaining cheese for the last 5 min. Sprinkle with remaining basil. Serve with garlic toast.