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Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Classic Eggplant Parmesan with layers of fried eggplant, marinara sauce, and cheese.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large Eggplants
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 cups Breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce
  • 2 Eggs beaten
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • as needed Olive Oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice eggplants into ¼ inch rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes, then pat dry.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Dredge eggplant slices in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Heat olive oil in a pan and fry eggplant slices until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. In a baking dish, layer marinara sauce, fried eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and repeat. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg

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