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Eggplant Parmesan has a bad reputation. Soggy. Bitter. Mushy. Not this one. This version is crispy, cheesy, and downright satisfying. No salting for hours. No greasy frying. Just a smarter way to get that golden, crunchy crust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Layered with rich marinara and bubbly, browned cheese, this eggplant Parm will convert even the haters. Trust the process. Eat the eggplant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Serves 4-6.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2 medium eggplants (about 2 lbs total), sliced into \u00bd-inch rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n
4 large eggs, beaten<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 cups (100g) panko breadcrumbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 cup (50g) plain breadcrumbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese, divided<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Olive oil spray or cooking spray<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Prep and Bake (Not Fry!)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Set up three bowls: (1) flour, (2) beaten eggs, (3) panko + plain breadcrumbs + \u00bd cup Parmesan + garlic powder + oregano + salt + pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Dredge eggplant slices in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture. Press firmly to coat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Arrange on baking sheets. Spray generously with oil spray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Bake for 20 minutes. Flip. Bake 10-15 more minutes until golden and crispy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Assemble the Layers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Reduce oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Spread 1 cup marinara in a 9×13 baking dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Layer half the crispy eggplant slices. Top with 1 cup marinara, \u00bd cup mozzarella, and \u00bc cup Parmesan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Repeat with remaining eggplant, marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Bake and Finish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Remove foil. Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Let rest 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Prep Time:<\/strong> 20 mins | Bake Time:<\/strong> 50 mins | Rest:<\/strong> 10 mins | Total:<\/strong> ~1.5 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yield:<\/strong> 4-6 servings<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Store in fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350\u00b0F oven (not microwave\u2014soggy). Freeze baked, unbaked, or just the crispy eggplant slices for up to 3 months. If freezing unbaked, add 15 minutes to bake time. This recipe doubles beautifully for a crowd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Crispy, golden eggplant. Layered with marinara. Smothered in melty mozzarella and Parmesan. No salting. No sweating. No soggy bottoms. Just the best eggplant Parm you’ve ever made.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3279,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,7],"tags":[2680,2794,2684,2681,1353,2793,2193],"class_list":["post-3273","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baking","category-quick_meals","tag-baked-eggplant-parmesan","tag-baked-eggplant-parmesan-recipe","tag-crispy-eggplant","tag-eggplant-parm","tag-eggplant-parmesan","tag-italian-eggplant-recipe","tag-vegetarian-dinner"],"yoast_head":"\n
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