Layers of eggplant, marinara sauce, and cheese come together in this comforting dish, perfect for vegetable lovers. It's hearty, delicious, and makes for an impressive entry at any gathering.
Ready in 75 minutes · serves 6 · 460 calories per serving · mediterranean cuisine.
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Ingredients
2 largeeggplant
4 cupsmarinara sauce
2 cupsmozzarella cheese
1 cupparmesan cheese
3 tablespoonsolive oil
1/4 cupbasil
to tastesalt
Instructions
01
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the eggplant and sprinkle with salt, letting it sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
02
Rinse the eggplant and pat dry. In a baking dish, layer eggplant, marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan.
03
Drizzle with olive oil and repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
04
Top with basil and bake for 45 minutes until bubbly.
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