Best 9 Eggplant Parm Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is Eggplant Parmesan Soup, a culinary masterpiece that effortlessly blends the richness of eggplant, the savory tang of Parmesan cheese, and the comforting warmth of broth. This delightful soup offers a textural adventure, with tender eggplant melting into a velvety broth, while crispy Parmesan croutons add a delightful crunch.

Our collection of recipes takes you on a journey of culinary exploration, offering variations that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic Eggplant Parmesan Soup, brimming with the goodness of roasted eggplant, tomatoes, and Parmesan, to the innovative Eggplant Parmesan Soup with Chicken, where tender chicken breast joins the flavor party, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Eggplant Parmesan Soup with Spinach and Feta offers a vibrant twist, where spinach and feta cheese add a burst of color and flavor. And for a creamy indulgence, the Creamy Eggplant Parmesan Soup, enriched with heavy cream and Parmesan, promises a velvety smooth texture that will tantalize your taste buds.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary inclinations, our Eggplant Parmesan Soup recipes will take you on a culinary adventure that showcases the versatility and sheer deliciousness of this classic dish. So, prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors that await you in these culinary creations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EGGPLANT PARMESAN SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 medium Italian or Japanese eggplant, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1 cup chopped onion
1 jar Bertolli® Olive Oil & Garlic Sauce
2 cans (14.5 oz. ea.) chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz.)
1/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in 6-quart nonstick saucepot over medium-high heat and cook eggplant, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and onion. Cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until eggplant is golden and tender. Stir in Sauce and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • Arrange 6 oven-proof soup bowls or crocks on cookie sheet. Evenly spoon soup into crocks, then top with mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Broil 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve, if desired, with crusty Italian bread.

EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield about 4 to 6 main course servi

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 medium eggplant (about 2 1/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch-thick round slices
Kosher salt, as needed, plus 1 tablespoon
5 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
Freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
All-purpose flour for dredging
6 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons whole milk
Olive oil, as needed
7 cups QUICK MARINARA SAUCE, recipe follows
2/3 cup grated Parmesan, divided
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, diced (about 1/3 cup)
5 cloves garlic, chopped
7 cups whole, peeled, canned tomatoes in puree (about two 28-ounce can), roughly chopped
2 sprigs of fresh thyme
2 sprigs of fresh basil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange the eggplant slices on several baking sheets and sprinkle generously all over with kosher salt. Set aside to let the bitter juices weep from the eggplant, about 1 hour.
  • Transfer the eggplant to a colander in the sink, and rinse well under cold running water. Transfer eggplant to a work surface and blot very dry with paper towels.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, breadcrumbs, oregano, thyme, and season with pepper.
  • Place the flour in a medium lipped plate or bowl. In another medium bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. Dredge an eggplant slice in the flour, then dip it in the egg, and finally dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off any excess breading and transfer the eggplant to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining eggplant.
  • In a large straight-sided skillet, pour the oil to a depth of 1/2 inch. Heat the oil over medium heat until it registers 400 degrees F on a deep frying thermometer. (The oil must be heated to 400 degrees F. so that the breaded eggplant, when added, will drop the temperature of the oil to the proper frying temperature of 375 degrees F.)
  • Working in small batches, fry the eggplant slices, turning once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch. Using tongs, transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and season with salt to taste. Repeat with the remaining eggplant.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly brush a 15 x 10- x 2-inch-baking dish with olive oil. Cover the bottom of the baking dish with 1/3 of the marinara sauce and arrange half of the eggplant over the sauce. Cover the eggplant with another 1/3 of the sauce. Scatter half of the Parmesan and half of the mozzarella over the sauced eggplant. Repeat with the remaining eggplant, sauce, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Bake until hot and just beginning to brown, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the onion and garlic, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in the salt and season with pepper to taste. Use immediately, store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Yield: about 3 1/2 cups
  • Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved

TOMATO AND EGGPLANT SOUP



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Good olive oil
4 1/2 cups (1/2-inch-diced) unpeeled eggplant (1 pound)
2 cups chopped yellow onion (2 onions)
2 cups chopped fennel bulb
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
3 cups good chicken stock, preferably homemade
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
2 teaspoons whole dried fennel seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
Freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a medium (10 to 11-inch) pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset, over medium heat. Add the eggplant and saute for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add a little more olive oil if the eggplant is sticking.
  • Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to the pot, add the onions and fennel, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender but not browned. Add the garlic and cook for one minute, stirring often. Add the chicken stock, crushed tomatoes, fennel seeds, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon salt, and 2 teaspoons black pepper. Pour the can of whole tomatoes, including the liquid, into a food processor and pulse until the tomatoes are coarsely chopped. Add the tomatoes and the liquid to the pot. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste for seasonings. Serve hot in large bowls sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

EGGPLANT PARMESAN II



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This is a no fry variation of this popular dish, and is just as delicious!

Provided by Dolores Gentner-Ryan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
½ teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in bread crumbs. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes on each side.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom. Place a layer of eggplant slices in the sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with the cheeses. Sprinkle basil on top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.4 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1663.1 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA



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I really think this is what I would eat for my last meal on Earth. It's so simple and, when done right, sublime. I cannot stop eating this!

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 and 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium yellow onions, peeled, halved, and cut into thin slices
6 cloves garlic, peeled and grated
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3 (28-ounce) cans San Marzano whole plum tomatoes
2 medium eggplants, washed and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Freshly ground black pepper
5 large eggs
3 tablespoons whole milk
4 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Vegetable oil, for frying, as needed, about 1 1/2 to 2 cups
1 1/2 pounds mozzarella cheese, cut into thin slices
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 pound provolone cheese, grated
2 handfuls fresh basil, leaves only, torn

Steps:

  • For the tomato sauce: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt and red pepper flakes. Cook until the onions become translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the sugar and the canned tomatoes. Use a wooden spoon to break up some of the whole tomatoes and cook 10 to 15 minutes over medium heat, stirring from time to time. Taste for seasoning, the tomatoes should be fairly broken down and the flavors coming together. Cook for another few minutes if the tomatoes still taste like they need a little more time to break down. Set aside to cool.
  • For the eggplant (this step is optional, leave it out if you have limited time): Arrange the eggplant rounds in a single layer on 2 baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt on both sides of each slice and allow it to sit for about 1 hour. Salting it draws out the liquid and bitter flavor. After an hour, rinse with cold water and dry them thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
  • Put the flour in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk and season with salt and pepper. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the oregano and fresh thyme leaves and season with salt and pepper. Dip each eggplant slice in the flour and shake off any excess. Then, dip in the egg mixture, and finally in the breadcrumbs. Make sure to coat both sides of each slice of eggplant. Arrange them in single layers on the baking sheets.
  • In a large skillet, pour enough oil to accumulate about 1/2-inch in the bottom. Heat the oil until it begins to smoke lightly (alternatively, test with a thermometer and wait until the oil registers between 380 degrees F and 400 degrees F). Use a pair of kitchen tongs to add a single layer of the eggplant to the pan. Cook them until they are golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the oil and transfer to a baking sheet fitted with a kitchen towel so the eggplant can drain as the others cook. Season lightly with salt. Take care to reheat the oil back up to temperature before adding another batch of slices to the pan.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To assemble: In a 9 by 13-inch flameproof baking dish, spoon about 1/4 of the tomato sauce on the bottom. Top with a layer of the fried eggplant; the eggplant slices can overlap slightly. Top with about 1/3 of the mozzarella slices. Sprinkle with about 1/4 of the Parmesan and provolone cheeses. Top with a layer of torn basil leaves. Spoon sauce and repeat the layering 2 more times to make 3 layers. End with the remaining mozzarella. Carefully press the layers down firmly into the dish once assembled. Place the dish in the top part of the oven and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes. For extra browning, put the dish under the broiler for a minute or two just before serving to get an extra brown cheesy top. I always nibble on a bit of that before sharing it with my friends!

EGGPLANT PARMESAN SOUP



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This twist features the classic flavors of Eggplant Parmesan in a delicious soup. Recipe courtesy of Amy Sherman of Cooking with Amy.

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large or 2 small eggplants, cut in 1/2 lengthwise (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the baking sheet
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28.0-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with basil
3 cups water
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
Croutons
Basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Place eggplants cut-side down on a lightly oiled foil-lined broiler pan or baking sheet.
  • Roast eggplant until it is very tender and lightly browned on top and bottom, about 45 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add onion and sauté 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Scoop eggplant flesh from the skins; discard the skins.
  • Chop flesh roughly and add to the pan along with tomatoes, 3 cups water and salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Top each serving with 2 tablespoons of Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons and basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 560 milligrams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Protein 7 grams

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMIGIANA SOUP



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Make and enjoy. It tastes so much like Eggplant Parm that you'll flip. This is a catering size recipe serving 30 portions. Cutting it in half will serve a family well, as 15 portions will go quickly. A great way to have a fave meal in a soup. It's easier to heat up a soup than an entree or hero. Enjoy any leftovers as a lunch.

Provided by DeSouter

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup olive oil
6 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
6 eggplants, peeled and cubed into 1 inch pieces
12 cups chicken broth
6 cups tomato juice
1 1/2 cups parsley, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons thyme
salt
pepper
mozzarella cheese, to garnish

Steps:

  • Combine oil, onions and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the eggplant, chicken stock, tomato juice, parsley and thyme.
  • Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer, covered for about 30 minutes.
  • Serve with mozzarella cheese sprinkled over the top.

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) PARMESAN SOUP



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Eggplant parmesan is one of my favorite dishes and when saw this recipe in a newspaper converting it into a soup ,I just had to try it but unfortunately I haven't yet. So I'm leaving it all up to the wonderful chefs in ZAARLAND to try it and rate it.

Provided by Beeks

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cut 1/2 inch cubes
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried chili
3 cups canned crushed tomatoes in puree
4 cups water
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
8 -10 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 cups French bread (toasted or stale) or 3 cups Italian bread, cubes (toasted or stale)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large non-reactive saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the onions,peppers and the eggplant.
  • Saute 2 minutes Add the garlic,oregano and chilies and continue to saute until softened.
  • Add the tomatoes and water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 35-40 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Add the parmesan,basil,vinegar and bread cubes to soak into the soup and thicken the mixture before serving,about 10 minutes.

EGGPLANT SUPPER SOUP



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Hearty eggplant soup made with ground beef and vegetables.

Provided by SWOOTTEN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 pound eggplant, diced
¾ cup sliced carrots
¾ cup sliced celery
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian diced tomatoes, drained
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup dry macaroni
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion, beef, and garlic until beef is evenly brown. Drain grease, and mix in eggplant, carrots, celery, and tomatoes. Pour in beef broth. Mix in sugar, and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until heated through.
  • Mix macaroni into the soup, and continue cooking 12 minutes, or until macaroni is al dente. Mix in parsley. Top with Parmesan chreese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 902 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Tips for Making Eggplant Parmesan Soup:

  • Choose ripe, firm eggplants for the best flavor and texture.
  • Salting the eggplant slices before cooking helps to draw out excess moisture and prevent the soup from becoming watery.
  • Be sure to brown the eggplant slices well before adding them to the soup. This will help to develop their flavor and give the soup a richer color.
  • Use a good quality marinara sauce for the best flavor. You can also use homemade marinara sauce if you have it.
  • Don't overcook the soup. The eggplant should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Serve the soup hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.

Conclusion:

Eggplant Parmesan Soup is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give Eggplant Parmesan Soup a try.

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