BAKED EGGPLANT, TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND PARMESAN
This is a very rich dish and deserves to be eaten on its own. It is said to originate in Campania and is often confused the Melanzane alla Parmigiana, another dish entirely.Unknown Source
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier
Categories Other Main Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Cut eggplant lengthwise into strips 1/2 inch wide. Soak them for 30 minutes in a bowl of heavily salted water.
- 2. Heat oil in skillet, add the onion and cook for 5 minutes til softening, then add the tomatoes an basil and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3. Drain eggplant, then rinse and pat dry. saute them or brush with olive oil and roast in preheated oven at 350 for about 20 minutes til deep golden brown. Set aside.
- 4. Arrange eggplant in single layer in oven dish then add a layer of grated Parmesan, followed by a layer of sliced mozzarella and a layer of the tomato sauce. Continue layering in this order til all the ingredients have been used, ending with a sauce layer. This will keep the dish moist. If you want a crisp top, end with eggplant and Parmesan
- 5. Bake in 350 oven for 30 to 35 minutes til browned and bubbling. Remove and set aside for 10 minutes to settle before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature. Serves 4
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Atoshi Rafi
[email protected]Simply delicious!
M. Talha Ali Wagan
[email protected]This dish is a must-try for eggplant lovers.
Prince Agbeka
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy eggplant and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Shelby Grindstaff
[email protected]This is my new favorite eggplant recipe. It's so simple and easy to make, and it's always delicious.
savia bah
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Sophia Bursey
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's a great way to use up fresh eggplant and tomatoes.
Duranie James
[email protected]I love how versatile this dish is. You can add different vegetables, cheeses, and herbs to create your own unique version.
Ronin the Tennis & Pickleball Pro
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Nivelle Villanueva
[email protected]I'm not a huge eggplant fan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.
Everbless Twinkle43
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, yet it's so impressive. I've made it for guests several times and they've all loved it.
Jason Shafer
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the mozzarella and parmesan melted perfectly.
Ritesh Sah
[email protected]This baked eggplant dish was a hit with my family! The combination of eggplant, tomatoes, mozzarella, and parmesan was perfect, and the flavors all worked together beautifully.