Ingredients
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Ingredients
Before you start cooking, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced
- Salt
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Creating Eggplant Parmesan is a straightforward process. Just follow these simple steps:
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking.
- Prepare the Eggplants:
- Sprinkle the sliced eggplants with salt.
- Let them sit for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- Rinse the slices and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Bake the Eggplants:
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet.
- Brush or spray them with olive oil to ensure they bake evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until they become tender.
- Assemble the Dish:
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce.
- Add a layer of the baked eggplant slices.
- Sprinkle a portion of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the eggplant.
- Repeat these layers until you have used all the ingredients, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
- Add the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with oregano and garlic powder.
- Sprinkle this breadcrumb mixture over the top layer of cheese.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes.
- Look for a golden and bubbly top as a sign of doneness.
- Let It Rest: Allow the Eggplant Parmesan to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This will help the layers set and make it easier to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g