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Savory baked eggplant Parmesan with melted cheese and fresh basil. Perfect comfort food recipe from Baked Bree.

Classic Eggplant Parmesan

Amanda BC
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 498 kcal

Ingredients
  

For The Eggplant:

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

For The Toppings:

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 pound mozzarella sliced thick
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • Fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch wheels and sweat them in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and pat dry with a paper towel.
    Sliced eggplant on wooden cutting board with eggs and tomato sauce in background.
  • Mix the breadcrumbs with the thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Use a fork to whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. Then, coat the eggplant slices in the egg mixture and then place them in the crumb bowl.
    Creamy eggplant parmesan with shredded cheese and fresh herbs, ready to serve.
  • Heat a pan and add the oil, then fry the breaded eggplant until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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  • In a large, oven-safe dish, pour a generous amount of marinara sauce. Then, layer on the eggplant, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Continue to build up the dish by repeating the layers at least 3 times. Pop into the heated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
    Golden baked eggplant parmesan with melted cheese and fresh grated parmesan on top, ready to bake.

Nutrition

Calories: 498kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 27gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 1165mgFiber: 7g
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