AUBERGINE, TOMATO & PARMESAN BAKE (MELANZANE ALLA PARMIGIANA

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Aubergine, Tomato & Parmesan Bake (Melanzane Alla Parmigiana image

GoodFood Magazine, 04/2009 edition, is where I found this recipe. I imagine everyone has at least one version of this meal - so I'm just adding mine One of the biggest advantages is that it tastes better the second day!. Of course I like mine the best!:) Can be frozen without topping, vegetarian & "posh" comfort food! Marvelous, just wonderful.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 garlic cloves
6 tablespoons olive oil
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
1 lb chopped tomato (you'll find 7/8 oz cans, use 2)
2 tablespoons tomato puree
4 aubergines, cut into long, thick slices (eggplants)
3 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated (can use Mozarella or use half & half of each)
2/3 ounce packed basil, leaves torn or 2/3 ounce fresh flat leaf parsley
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 360ºF.
  • In a shallow pan, mix together the garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and 4 tbsp of the olive oil.
  • Cook over a high heat for 3 mins, pour in the tomatoes, then simmer for 8 mins, stirring every now and then; stir in the tomato purée.
  • Meanwhile, heat a griddle pan until very hot.
  • Brush a few of the aubergines with a little oil, then add to the pan.
  • Cook over a high heat until well browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Turn them halfway through cooking.
  • Lift onto kitchen paper and do the next batch (Once you have added the correct amount of oil - if the pan looks dry, don't add more oil - the aubergines will release their juices and oils.).
  • When all the aubergines are cooked, lay a few of them in the bottom of an ovenproof dish, then spoon over some sauce.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan and basil leaves.
  • Add seasoning, then repeat this process with the remaining ingredients.
  • Finally, pour the egg over the top, sprinkle over a little more Parmesan, then bake for 20 mins or until the topping is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 43.5, Sodium 240.9, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 9.6, Protein 10.5

Haritha Kumarasinghe
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This eggplant parmesan bake is a delicious and affordable dish. It's perfect for a family meal. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tik Tok
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I love this recipe! The eggplant parmesan bake is always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great dish to serve for a party.


Blackzac 171
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This eggplant parmesan bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rashad Van
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I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Lawrence Kohler
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The eggplant parmesan bake is hearty and satisfying. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Reaoboka Mokhali
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I love eggplant parmesan, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The eggplant is perfectly cooked and the sauce is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


MH Rakib
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This eggplant parmesan bake is a delicious and hearty dish. It's perfect for a winter meal. The eggplant is tender and the sauce is flavorful. I served it with a side of pasta and it was a hit with my family.


red sus
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I made this dish for my Italian mother-in-law and she loved it! She said it was the best eggplant parmesan bake she had ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Helena Milczek
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This is the best eggplant parmesan bake recipe I've found. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing. The eggplant is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce is flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Sangita Sanu
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I've made this eggplant parmesan bake several times and it's always a winner. The eggplant is tender and the sauce is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


cadyns seaton
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I love this recipe! The eggplant parmesan bake is always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion.


Elliott Huggins
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. The eggplant parmesan bake was a hit with my family.


Tahir Amin
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but I was pleasantly surprised! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Bibo eldawakhly
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant parmesan bake was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Faustina Oconnell
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


MUKUL DJ
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This is the best eggplant parmesan bake I've ever had! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bakhtiari Baloch
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The eggplant was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Idowu Afolorunso
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This eggplant parmesan bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The flavors of the eggplant, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese are perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again!