Mario Batali’S Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Name: Mario Batali’S Eggplant Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the eggplant parmesan stacks; 2 large eggplant, about 1 pound each; 1 splash extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pinch salt and freshly-ground black pepper; 3 cups basic tomato sauce, warm (recipe follows, or use your favorite); 12 leaves fresh basil (from 1 small bunch); 3/4 to 1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced about 1/8-inch-thick; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs; For the basic tomato sauce; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 Spanish onion, 1/4-inch dice; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 pinch salt, to taste; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried; 1/2 medium carrot, finely grated; 2 (28-ounce) cans peeled whole tomatoes, crushed by hand and juices reserved

Servings: persons

For the eggplant parmesan stacks
2 large eggplant, about 1 pound each
1 splash extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch salt and freshly-ground black pepper
3 cups basic tomato sauce, warm (recipe follows, or use your favorite)
12 leaves fresh basil (from 1 small bunch)
3/4 to 1 pound fresh mozzarella, sliced about 1/8-inch-thick
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
For the basic tomato sauce
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 Spanish onion, 1/4-inch dice
4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 pinch salt, to taste
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried
1/2 medium carrot, finely grated
2 (28-ounce) cans peeled whole tomatoes, crushed by hand and juices reserved

1
Heat the oven to 450u00b0 F. Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or foil.
2
Slice each eggplant into 6 disks about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick. Brush both sides of each disk with olive oil, lightly season both sides with salt and pepper, and place evenly spaced on the lined baking sheets. Roast the eggplant until the slices are tender throughout and lightly browned, about 30 minutes, flipping the slices once and rotating the pans top to bottom for even cooking. Check to see that the slices are tender by poking in a few places with a fork (if some slices are taking longer than others, you can remove the tender ones to a plate and continue roasting the rest).
3
Lower the oven temperature to 350u00b0 F. Scoot all of the smallest eggplant pieces to one of the same lined baking sheets, and on the other, place the 6 largest eggplant slices, evenly spaced. Over each slice, spread a scant 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and sprinkle with a couple leaves of basil (torn into a few pieces if very large). Place one slice of mozzarella over each and sprinkle with about a teaspoon grated Parmigiano. Place a smaller slice of eggplant over each of the disks and repeat with tomato sauce, basil, and the 2 cheeses.
4
Bake uncovered until the cheese is well-melted, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the breadcrumbs over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt until golden and crisp, stirring often. Set aside until the eggplant is ready, then sprinkle the toasted bread crumbs over the top of the eggplant, and serve immediately.
5
In a 3-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt and cook until soft and light golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the thyme and carrot and cook 5 minutes more. Add the tomatoes and juice and bring to a boil, stirring often. Lower the heat and simmer until as thick as oatmeal, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with more salt to taste. This sauce keeps 1 week in the refrigerator or up to 6 months in the freezer.

730

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the eggplant parmesan stacks, 2 large eggplant, about 1 pound each, 1 splash extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pinch salt and freshly-ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Mario Batali’S 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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Mario Batali’S Eggplant Parmesan

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