
Eggplant Parmesan
DinnerOven60 minServes 4Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant, sliced 1/2 inch
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cups pasta sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup parmesan
Amounts are scaled from the original 4 servings; cooking times may change for bigger batches.
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425°F. Dip eggplant in beaten egg, then breadcrumbs, and bake on an oiled sheet 20 minutes, flipping once.
- Lower the oven to 375°F. Layer sauce, eggplant, mozzarella and parmesan in a baking dish, repeating.
- Bake 25 minutes until bubbling. Rest 10 minutes before cutting.
Swaps
- Out of breadcrumbs? Crush crackers or toast and pulse stale bread, or use rolled oats.
- No jarred sauce? Simmer a can of crushed tomatoes with garlic, oil and salt for 10 minutes.
Times are a guide; ovens and air fryers vary. Cook poultry to 165°F, ground meat to 160°F, and pork and fish to 145°F. Diet tags come from the ingredient list; check labels for allergens.