Eggplant Parmesan

Prep Time:

30 Minutes

Cook Time:

Main Dish

Serves:

Sandra Messina

Level:

Intermediate

About the Recipe

Ingredients

1 large eggplant or 2 medium eggplants; 1 tbsp salt; 2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Nonstick cooking spray; 3 cups marinara or tomato sauce; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Peel and slice eggplant into 1/2-inch slices.
Layer with salt and press under weight for a few hours.
Drain water.
Dip slices in egg-milk mixture and coat with bread crumbs.
Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes or fry.
In casserole, layer sauce, eggplant, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
Repeat and finish with sauce and cheese.
Bake at 400°F for 30-40 minutes.
Let cool 10 minutes before serving with pasta or salad.