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Eggplant Parmesan I

Eggplant Parmesan I

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  • 45 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1 eggplant, cut into 3/4 inch slices
    • 🧂 1 ½ tablespoons salt

  • Cooking Oil

    • 8 tablespoons olive oil

  • Cheese

    • 8 ounces ricotta cheese
    • 6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Egg and Herbs

    • 🥚 1 egg, beaten
    • ½ cup chopped fresh basil

  • Sauce

    • 4 cups pasta sauce

STEPS

1

Sprinkle both sides of the eggplant slices with salt. Place slices in a colander, and place a dish underneath the colander to capture liquid that will sweat out of the eggplant. Allow to sit for 30 minutes.

2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta, mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Mix in egg and basil.

3

Rinse the eggplant in cold water until all salt is removed. In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Place one layer of eggplant in the pan, brown each side. Repeat with remaining eggplant slices, using additional oil if necessary.

4

In a 9x13 inch baking dish, evenly spread 1 1/2 cups of spaghetti sauce. Arrange a single layer of eggplant slices on top of the sauce. Top the eggplant with 1/2 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layering process until all the eggplant and cheese mixture is used. Pour remaining sauce on top of layers, and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

5

Bake 30 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until sauce is bubbly.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

369

Calories

  • 14
    Protein
  • 24
    Carbs
  • 25
    Fats

💡 Salting the eggplant helps to remove any bitterness.For a crispy finish, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.Pair this dish with a salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.Use a high-quality pasta sauce for the best flavor.