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Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in this classic Italian-American comfort food with a healthier twist. This Baked Eggplant Parmesan recipe features crispy breaded eggplant slices layered with marinara sauce and gooey cheeses, baked to golden perfection. A satisfying vegetarian main course that even meat lovers will enjoy.


Ingredients

Scale

Eggplant:

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Breading:

  • 2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Assembly:

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Eggplant: Salt eggplant slices, let sit, and pat dry. Preheat oven. Coat baking sheets with oil.
  2. Bread Eggplant: Combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Dip eggplant in eggs, coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Bake Eggplant: Arrange slices on baking sheets, bake until golden and crispy.
  4. Layer: Spread marinara in a dish, layer eggplant, sauce, and cheeses. Repeat layers.
  5. Bake: Bake until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with basil and serve.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil the top for 1-2 minutes at the end.
  • Serve with pasta or a green salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg