Baked Eggplant Parmesan with Basil

Baked Eggplant Parmesan with Basil

Italian · 75 min · vegetarian

524 cal 26g protein 42g carbs 28g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplant
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 12 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 3/4 cup parmesan
  • 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Method

  1. Slice eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds, salt, and rest 20 minutes to draw out moisture; pat dry.
  2. Dip slices in beaten egg, then breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan.
  3. Bake breaded slices at 425F on oiled sheets for 20 minutes, flipping once, until golden.
  4. Simmer crushed tomatoes with garlic and olive oil for 10 minutes to make a quick sauce.
  5. Layer eggplant, sauce, mozzarella, and basil in a baking dish; repeat.
  6. Bake at 400F for 25 minutes until bubbling; rest 10 minutes before serving.

Auto-generated recipe; nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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