Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Baked Eggplant Parmesan recipe. Layers of crispy breaded eggplant slices, tangy marinara sauce, and gooey cheese come together in a delicious vegetarian dish that will satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

Eggplant:

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

Breading:

2 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Coating:

2 large eggs beaten

Assembly:

3 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
olive oil spray

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Instructions

Prepare Eggplant: Salt eggplant slices and let sit to draw out moisture. Pat dry.
Breading the Eggplant: Coat eggplant slices in breadcrumb mixture.
Bake Eggplant: Bake coated slices until golden and crisp.
Assemble: Layer marinara sauce, eggplant, cheeses, and repeat layers.
Bake: Bake until hot and bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

Salting the eggplant removes bitterness and moisture.
Use your favorite marinara sauce.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.