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A delicious dish of Eggplant Parmesan with melted cheese and rich tomato sauce.

How to grow top 7 Eggplant Parmesan

This recipe provides instructions on how to prepare a delicious Eggplant Parmesan. It involves frying eggplant slices, layering them with cheese and sauce, and baking until golden brown.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium eggplant
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 0.5 cup olive oil for frying
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Shallow dishes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with salt, then let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Pat the eggplant slices dry with paper towels and set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and bread crumbs in separate shallow dishes.
Cooking
  1. Dip each eggplant slice in flour, then egg, then bread crumbs, ensuring full coating.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the breaded eggplant slices for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, and arrange a single layer of fried eggplant slices over it.
  2. Top the eggplant with marinara sauce, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a layer of mozzarella cheese.
  3. Repeat the layers until all eggplant and cheese are used, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, then let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients. You can also add fresh basil leaves between layers for extra flavor.