Authentic Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Name: Authentic Eggplant Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced (3 tablespoons); 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (4 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups white wine (optional); 3 teaspoons italian seasoning; olive oil (for frying); 2 large eggplants, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch round disks; 2 eggs; 1/4 cup milk; 3 cups Italian style breadcrumbs; 4 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded); 1 cup fresh parmesan grated cheese

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced (3 tablespoons)
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (4 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups white wine (optional)
3 teaspoons italian seasoning
olive oil (for frying)
2 large eggplants, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch round disks
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
3 cups Italian style breadcrumbs
4 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1 cup fresh parmesan grated cheese

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["For sauce (Gravy):", "In a Dutch oven or large size sauce pan, add oil, on medium heat. Add garlic and onions, saute' until tender. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, and wine, if using, and Italian seasoning. Mix well, and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 4 - 4 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.", "For eggplant:", "In a large size skillet, add olive oil (enough to cover bottom about 1"" deep). Heat on medium. Peel eggplant, then slice them into 1/4"" round disks. In two small bowls or pie plates, add bread crumbs to one, and eggs and milk to the other, beat egg mixture well. Dip each eggplant disk into egg mixture then into bread crumbs, coat completely. Place gently into hot oil. Fry to a golden brown on both sides, drain on paper towels. Repeat until all the eggplant are breaded and fried to a golden brown. Set aside.", "Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.", "Assemble:", "In a 13x9x2 ungreased baking dish, add about 1 to1 1/2 cups sauce (gravy) to bottom of pan, spread sauce (gravy) evenly in baking dish.", "Cover sauce (gravy) with one even layer of breaded eggplant, spread 1 cup mozzarella cheese evenly over eggplant, sprinkle with 1/3 cup parmesan cheese. Repeat two more times, ending with parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Let set for 10 minutes before cutting. Cut into 8 pieces. Serve hot."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, minced (3 tablespoons), 1 large onion, finely chopped, 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Authentic Eggplant Parmesan falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Authentic Eggplant Parmesan

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