Eggplant Parmagiano

1. 1

   Remove the leaves from the eggplants and cut the eggplants lengthwise into slices one-half-inch thick.

2. 2

   Sprinkle liberally with salt, place in a collander and allow to drain for about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   While the eggplant is draining, heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy saucepan, add the garlic and saute lightly for a few seconds.

4. 4

   Add the tomatoes and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Rinse and dry the eggplants.

7. 7

   Arrange them in a single layer on one or two oiled baking sheets, brush with olive oil and broil in a hot broiler until the slices are lightly browned.

8. 8

   Alternatively you can pan grill the slices in a hot nonstick skillet.

9. 9

   Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

10. 10

    Brush an oblong baking dish about 9 by 12 inches with a tablespoon or two of the sauce.

11. 11

    Spread about half the grilled eggplant slices, slightly overlapping, in the baking dish.

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    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

13. 13

    Spread half the sauce over the eggplant and top with half the cheese.

14. 14

    Repeat the layers.

15. 15

    Drizzle a little olive oil over the top.

16. 16

    Bake about 20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.