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Prep: 30 minsCook: 45 mins -
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Italian
Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
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Embark on a culinary journey with our Eggplant Parmesan, a classic Italian dish that transforms humble eggplants into a flavorful masterpiece. This recipe, serving four, demands 30 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of baking time. Layers of eggplant slices, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella create a harmonious symphony of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying and hearty meal.
Recipe tips
* Let the baked eggplant slices rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
* Customize with additional herbs or a dash of red pepper flakes for a personalized
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Prep: 30 minsCook: 45 mins
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Easy
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Dinner -
Italian
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Recipe tips
* Let the baked eggplant slices rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
* Customize with additional herbs or a dash of red pepper flakes for a personalized
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Ingredients
| 2 large eggplants (about 800g), sliced into 1 cm rounds | |
| 2 cups marinara sauce | |
| 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese | |
| 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese | |
| 1 cup all-purpose flour | |
| 3 large eggs, beaten | |
| 2 cups breadcrumbs | |
| 1 teaspoon dried oregano | |
| 1 teaspoon dried basil | |
| Salt and pepper, to taste | |
| Fresh basil leaves, for garnish |
Method
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In three separate bowls, place flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper in the third.
- Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Arrange the coated eggplant slices on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce, followed by a layer of baked eggplant slices. Repeat the process, finishing with a layer of marinara on top.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the top layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm.
