The Best Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this crispy and cheesy Baked Eggplant Parmesan. Layers of tender eggplant, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella make this dish a crowd-pleaser.
1 h4 servings320 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon salt for sweating the eggplant
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil spray
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prep the Eggplant: Sprinkle salt on eggplant slices and let sit to release excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
- 2
Bread the Eggplant: Dip eggplant in beaten eggs, coat with breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- 3
Layer and Bake: Alternate layers of eggplant, marinara, and mozzarella in a baking dish. Bake until golden and bubbly.
- 4
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
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