Name: Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants; 1 cup of breadcrumbs; 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cups of marinara sauce; 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves; Salt, to taste; Olive oil, for drizzling

Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Leila Lora Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Baked Eggplant Parmesan

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 45 minutes

Total: 1 hour

Serves:

Ingredients

2 large eggplants
1 cup of breadcrumbs
1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups of marinara sauce
2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves
Salt, to taste
Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Place them in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for 15 minutes to release excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Dip each eggplant slice into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat both sides evenly.
Place the coated eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C). In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce. Place a single layer of baked eggplant slices on top, followed by another layer of marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Calories : 320kcal
Total Fat : 16g
Saturated Fat : 8g
Cholesterol : 40mg
Sodium : 900mg
Total Carbohydrates : 28g
Dietary Fiber : 7g
Sugar : 11g
Protein : 18g

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