PREHEAT OVEN TO 300 DEGREES. Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup,smoked paprika, liquid smoke and the Worcestershire sauce if desired. Set aside. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut Eggplant into quarters, lengthwise. Slice each quarter into long, thin strips and place on parchment paper. Brush both sides with the sauce. Then sprinkle fresh ground black pepper on top. Bake until eggplant is cooked through and beginning to get crisp. Approx 45-50 minutes. (Baking time will vary, based on how thick your slices are.) Build your favorite BLT...and ENJOY!!!