Individual Baked Eggplant & Bacon Cheese Casserole

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   Preheat oven 400 degrees F. Prepare two oval or round individual oven-safe baking dishes with cooking spray.

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   Set aside.

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   On a nonstick sheet pan, place eggplant slices in a single layer.

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   Season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil.

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   Place in the oven on the middle rack and bake 10 minutes.

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   Remove from oven and set on a clean work surface.

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   Layer the individual baking dishes as follows: a layer of baked eggplant on the bottom, mozzarella cheese evenly across the top, followed by bacon pieces.

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   Add a second layer of baked eggplant and cover the top with Parmesan cheese.

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   Place dishes on the rimmed baking sheet pan.

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    Bake 10 minutes.

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    Watch the cheese get bubbly and brown.

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    Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.

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    Serve and enjoy!

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    I always have a green mixed salad as a side dish but you can serve this with some crusty bread if you like.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.