Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Name: Eggplant Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz.) can tomatoes; 1 (7 oz.) can tomato paste; 1/4 c. chopped onion; 1/4 c. green pepper; 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef; 8 oz. grated Mozzarella cheese; 2 eggplants, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1/2 c. flour; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 (12 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (7 oz.) can tomato paste
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. green pepper
1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
8 oz. grated Mozzarella cheese
2 eggplants, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

1
Simmer tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, green pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt for 20 minutes.
2
Shape meat into 1-inch balls and brown in fat in skillet.
3
Mix flour with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
4
Thoroughly coat eggplant slices in flour mixture.
5
Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in large skillet.
6
Lightly brown eggplant slices on both sides.
7
Add oil as needed.
8
Spread a thin layer of tomato mixture over bottom of 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Arrange half of the eggplant on bottom.
9
Top with half remaining sauce and half of each cheese.
10
Repeat.
11
Arrange meat balls on top.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 about 1 hour until hot and bubbly.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 (12 oz.) can tomatoes, 1 (7 oz.) can tomato paste, 1/4 c. chopped onion, 1/4 c. green pepper, and more.

Yes, 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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Eggplant Parmesan

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