Eggplant Parmesan
Classic Italian dish featuring breaded and fried eggplant slices layered with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- ●1 large eggplant
- ●1 cup all-purpose flour
- ●2 eggs
- ●1/2 cup bread crumbs
- ●1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- ●1 jar tomato sauce
- ●1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ●1/4 cup olive oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste pepper
Instructions
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1. Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
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2. Season both sides of the eggplant slices with salt and pepper.
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3. Dip each eggplant slice into the flour, then the eggs, and finally the bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
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4. Heat about 1/4 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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5. Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
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6. Transfer the fried eggplant slices to a baking dish.
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7. Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the eggplant slices.
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8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
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9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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10. Serve hot and enjoy!