Eggplant Parmesan
A classic Italian-American dish featuring breaded and fried eggplant slices layered with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, baked until golden and bubbly.
Instructions
- Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch (0.6cm) thick rounds and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Set up a breading station: place flour in a shallow dish, beat eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a third dish.
- Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch (23x33cm) baking dish. Layer half of the fried eggplant slices over the sauce.
- Top with 1 cup of marinara sauce, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and half of the remaining Parmesan cheese. Repeat with remaining eggplant, sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
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