Extra Cheesy Eggplant Parmesan

40 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  2. 2Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  3. 3Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  4. 4Lay the eggplant slices out on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
  5. 5Lay the eggplant slices out on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
  6. 6Lay the eggplant slices out on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
  7. 7Prepare the breading station by mixing flour, salt, and pepper in one dish.
  8. 8Prepare the breading station by mixing flour, salt, and pepper in one dish.
  9. 9Prepare the breading station by mixing flour, salt, and pepper in one dish.
  10. 10Lightly beat two eggs in a second dish.
  11. 11Lightly beat two eggs in a second dish.
  12. 12Lightly beat two eggs in a second dish.
  13. 13Combine panko, Italian breadcrumbs, and garlic powder in a third dish.
  14. 14Combine panko, Italian breadcrumbs, and garlic powder in a third dish.
  15. 15Combine panko, Italian breadcrumbs, and garlic powder in a third dish.
  16. 16Coat each eggplant slice in flour, shaking off excess.
  17. 17Coat each eggplant slice in flour, shaking off excess.
  18. 18Coat each eggplant slice in flour, shaking off excess.
  19. 19Dip the floured eggplant slice into the egg.
  20. 20Dip the floured eggplant slice into the egg.
  21. 21Dip the floured eggplant slice into the egg.
  22. 22Coat the eggplant slice in the panko breadcrumb mixture.
  23. 23Coat the eggplant slice in the panko breadcrumb mixture.
  24. 24Coat the eggplant slice in the panko breadcrumb mixture.
  25. 25Place the breaded eggplant slices on a baking sheet and top with freshly grated Parmesan.
  26. 26Place the breaded eggplant slices on a baking sheet and top with freshly grated Parmesan.
  27. 27Place the breaded eggplant slices on a baking sheet and top with freshly grated Parmesan.
  28. 28Bake the eggplant at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  29. 29Bake the eggplant at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  30. 30Bake the eggplant at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  31. 31While the eggplant bakes, slice fresh basil.
  32. 32While the eggplant bakes, slice fresh basil.
  33. 33While the eggplant bakes, slice fresh basil.
  34. 34Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on the bottom of a casserole dish.
  35. 35Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on the bottom of a casserole dish.
  36. 36Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on the bottom of a casserole dish.
  37. 37Transfer half of the roasted eggplant slices to the casserole dish.
  38. 38Transfer half of the roasted eggplant slices to the casserole dish.
  39. 39Transfer half of the roasted eggplant slices to the casserole dish.
  40. 40Top each eggplant piece with a light layer of marinara sauce.
  41. 41Top each eggplant piece with a light layer of marinara sauce.
  42. 42Top each eggplant piece with a light layer of marinara sauce.
  43. 43Add a slice of fresh mozzarella to each eggplant piece.
  44. 44Add a slice of fresh mozzarella to each eggplant piece.
  45. 45Add a slice of fresh mozzarella to each eggplant piece.
  46. 46Sprinkle basil over the mozzarella.
  47. 47Sprinkle basil over the mozzarella.
  48. 48Sprinkle basil over the mozzarella.
  49. 49Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the basil.
  50. 50Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the basil.
  51. 51Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the basil.
  52. 52Stack the remaining eggplant slices on top.
  53. 53Stack the remaining eggplant slices on top.
  54. 54Stack the remaining eggplant slices on top.
  55. 55Repeat with another layer of marinara, basil, and Parmesan.
  56. 56Repeat with another layer of marinara, basil, and Parmesan.
  57. 57Repeat with another layer of marinara, basil, and Parmesan.
  58. 58Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  59. 59Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  60. 60Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  61. 61Sprinkle with more fresh Parmesan and serve.
  62. 62Sprinkle with more fresh Parmesan and serve.
  63. 63Sprinkle with more fresh Parmesan and serve.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium eggplants
  • 3 medium eggplants
  • 3 medium eggplants
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup panko
  • 1 cup panko
  • 1 cup panko
  • 1 cup italian style breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup italian style breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup italian style breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil chiffonade
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil chiffonade
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil chiffonade
  • 0.5 cup parmesan
  • 0.5 cup parmesan
  • 0.5 cup parmesan

Equipment

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