Eggplant Parmesan
User Reviews
4.6
81 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
8 to 12 servings
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Calories
331 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Eggplant Parmesan
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My father-in-law's signature dish that always receives rave reviews; layers of fried eggplant, pasta sauce and tons of cheese!
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Ingredients
For the Eggplant
- 1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced 1/8-inch thick 1½ pounds
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 eggs lightly beaten
- 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable oil
For the Eggplant Parmesan
- 3¾ cups pasta sauce divided
- 20 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded (about 5 cups), divided
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggplant: Place the sliced eggplant in a colander and sprinkle with the kosher salt. Allow to sit for 15 minutes, then rinse and place on a double layer of paper towels and pat dry.
- Place the lightly beaten eggs in one shallow bowl, and the bread crumbs in another (I like using pie plates for this!). Dip the slices of eggplant into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat in the bread crumbs. Place the breaded eggplant on a baking sheet while you prepare the rest.
- Pour the olive oil and vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet (I use a 12-inch cast iron skillet) and heat over medium-high heat. Add a pinch of bread crumbs to see if the oil is ready - if they begin bubbling and sizzling the oil is ready.
- Add the eggplant slices a few at a time (do not overcrowd the pan, four is about the max amount per batch) and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
- Assemble the Eggplant Parmesan: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread ¾ cup of the pasta sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover the sauce with slices of eggplant (the pieces can overlap), then spread 1 cup of sauce over the eggplant slices, sprinkle with 2 cups of the shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 cup of the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Repeat another layer of eggplant, 1 cup of sauce, 2 cups shredded mozzarella and 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. For the last layer, add the sliced eggplant, 1 cup of sauce, remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- Cover the pan with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, increase the oven temperature to 375 degrees F, and continue to bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, browned and bubbling. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Nutritional values are based on one serving
- My father-in-law has tried some different variations with breaded eggplant that had been baked, and everyone agreed that it wasn't nearly as delicious.
- He's also tried panko bread crumbs, but again, everyone was in agreement that regular Italian-seasoned bread crumbs were best.
- Use your favorite spaghetti sauce, whether it's homemade or jarred. Of course my favorite is my father-in-law's meat sauce; if you want to keep this totally vegetarian, just omit the meat from the sauce.
- You can assemble this in stages - prepare the eggplant day 1 (refrigerate), then assemble the eggplant parmesan the next day, cover and refrigerate, and bake on the third day.
- This can also be frozen before or after baking; cover tightly with foil and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in 350 degree oven.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
331kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
913mg
(38%)
Potassium
450mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
845IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
6.8mg
(8%)
Calcium
395mg
(40%)
Iron
2.4mg
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8to 12 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 331 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 331kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 913mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 450mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 845IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 395mg | 40% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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81 reviews
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