EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE
I really like this recipe. It's a lot easier and fewer calories than traditional fried eggplant Parmesan.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Cut 5 crosswise slices from center area of each eggplant, about 1/2-inch thick, to total 10 slices. Peel and dice remaining pieces of eggplant.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until oil is very hot. Sprinkle eggplant slices lightly with a pinch of salt and cook in hot skillet in batches until slightly softened, about 3 minutes per side. Set eggplant slices aside on paper towels.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet and cook garlic for about 10 seconds; add diced eggplant and season with a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes. Saute until eggplant is softened, about 5 minutes. Pour in marinara sauce and water. Turn heat to medium-low and cook until eggplant is tender, about 15 minutes; stir occasionally. If sauce gets too thick, add a little more water.
- Combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, pepperjack cheese, a pinch of salt, and a pinch black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Spread about 2 tablespoons cheese mixture over each eggplant slice. Fold eggplant slices in half to enclose the cheese mixture.
- Spread about half the sauce into an 8x8-inch baking dish. Lay folded eggplant slices in a single layer into the dish. Spread remaining sauce over eggplant slices.
- Combine bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl; mix thoroughly. Spread crumb mixture over eggplant casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and crumbs are browned, 35 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 11.6 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 905.9 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
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Maruf Sardar
[email protected]This is the best eggplant parmesan casserole I've ever had.
Hdjf Bidh
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this casserole was amazing!
MH_MaŸÑiK Official
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to use up leftover eggplant.
Hange Kefhilwe
[email protected]I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping on this casserole.
SC Finch
[email protected]This casserole is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
Parker Reeves
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.
Toufik Ahammed
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Dianna Belmonte
[email protected]I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
saleem yusuf
[email protected]This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and delicious.
Ashal Shah
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of eggplant, but this casserole changed my mind. It's so good!
Simon Joseph
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes for eggplant. It's so simple, yet so delicious.
Zain Choudhree
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Reyna Hielo
[email protected]This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with the kids.
Alex Arcos
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian and I loved this casserole! It's a great meatless meal that's also packed with flavor.
Bibi Kulsum
[email protected]This dish was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think I'll try it again with less cheese next time.
Mokgadi Mamabolo
[email protected]I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant.
JAZ C
[email protected]This casserole was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh eggplant from my garden and it was delicious.
I2geusb2h Hehej2jeh
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggplant, but this dish was amazing! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were so well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
Agustin Agustin
[email protected]This eggplant parmesan casserole was a hit with my family! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.