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Golden Eggplant Parmigiana Casserole

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Experience the delightful layers of Golden Eggplant Parmigiana Casserole, a warm and cheesy twist on a classic Italian dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 2 large globe eggplants Fresh, firm eggplants ensure the best texture and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Helps to draw out moisture and bitterness from the eggplants.
For the Cooking
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil Use good-quality olive oil for roasting or frying.
  • 2 eggs (optional) Provides a crispy coating if pan-frying.
  • ½ cup flour or breadcrumbs Helps achieve a golden exterior if frying.
For the Layers
  • 3 cups marinara sauce Choose a robust sauce or make your own.
  • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella Sliced or torn, melts beautifully.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds a salty, nutty flavor.
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves Offers burst of freshness.
For Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Enhances flavor by balancing richness.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Oven
  • pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the eggplants into ¼-inch rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let rest for 30 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). For roasting, brush eggplant with olive oil and roast 20–25 minutes. For frying, coat in beaten egg and dredge in flour or breadcrumbs, frying until golden brown.
  3. Prepare marinara sauce by sautéing garlic in olive oil, adding crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 25 minutes.
  4. In a greased baking dish, layer marinara sauce, eggplant, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Repeat until ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and cheese.
  5. Cover the casserole with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving for cleaner slices and enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the casserole to rest after baking is crucial for presentation and flavor enhancement.

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