Cheesy Eggplant Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Eggplant Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. rice (uncooked); 1 eggplant, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced (use more if desired); 1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced; 8 oz. can tomato sauce; 1 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. dried basil; 12 oz. 1% low-fat cottage cheese; 1/4 c. skim milk; 2 oz. part skim Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 c. rice (uncooked)
1 eggplant, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced (use more if desired)
1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced
8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. dried basil
12 oz. 1% low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 c. skim milk
2 oz. part skim Mozzarella cheese, shredded

1
Cook rice according to package directions.
2
Steam eggplant slices just until tender.
3
Saute onion, garlic and mushrooms in oil until brown.
4
Add tomato sauce and herbs, scraping up drippings.
5
Simmer for a few minutes.
6
Mix cottage cheese and milk.
7
In a greased baking dish, layer cooked rice, eggplant, cottage cheese and sauce.
8
Repeat, ending with sauce.
9
Top with Mozzarella.
10
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.

749

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. rice (uncooked), 1 eggplant, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Eggplant 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!

Cheesy Eggplant Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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