Baked Eggplant, Mozzarella, And Tomato Casserole

Name: Baked Eggplant, Mozzarella, And Tomato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, or 2 small ones, ends trimmed and left whole; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 medium-size ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced; 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil, or 2 tablespoon dried; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, or 2 teaspoon dried; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 medium-size ripe tomatoes, chopped, or 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0. Wrap the eggplant in aluminum foil and bake for 35 to 55 minutes, depending on its size, until it feels tender when pierced with a knife. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
2
Place 1 tablespoon of the oil in the bottom of a large, shallow casserole or gratin dish. Peel the eggplant, then slice it thinly. Place a slice of eggplant in the casserole dish; top with a slice of tomato and, next to it, a slice of mozzarella; overlap the two slightly so they fit on the eggplant. Repeat until you have used all of the eggplant. Make two rows of topped slices, side by side, in the dish.
3
Sprinkle with basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Scatter the tomatoes (or pour sauce) on top and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of oil. Bake for 25 minutes.
4
Remove the casserole from the oven and top with bread crumbs and grated cheese. Bake another 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and eggplant is tender. Serve hot.
5
How kids can help: Wrap the eggplant in foil; place oil and layer ingredients in the casserole dish.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant, or 2 small ones, ends trimmed and left whole, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 medium-size ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced, 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Baked Eggplant, Mozzarella, And Tomato Casserole 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!