Light Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400.

2. 2

   Line baking sheet with parchement.

3. 3

   Mix breadcrumbs with cheese and a little fresh ground black pepper.

4. 4

   Dip a plank of eggplant in egg beaters, then roll in breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.

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   Place on sheet.

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   Repeat with the rest of the eggplant.

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   Spray eggplant lightly with olive oil.

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   Bake eggplant for 15-20 minutes, or until soft.

9. 9

   Remove from oven.

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    If you plan to serve over pasta, group planks side by side in twos and add two slices of fresh mozzerella to each.

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    Return to oven and bake 5 minutes until cheese has melted.

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    Layer plate with spaghetti, warmed tomato sauce and eggplant on top.

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    For sandwiches, spread both halves of bread thickly with sauce, then layer eggplant and cheese.

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    Spray outsides of sandwich with olive oil.

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    Grill until cheese melts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.