PREP TIME: 35 MINS | COOK TIME: 35 MINS | TOTAL TIME: 1 HR 10 MINS | YIELD: 6 servings
I always liked eggplant recipes. They surprise me every time. My kids never liked eggplant until this Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan. Slices of eggplant breaded with egg then coated with breadcrumbs mixture. They are baked until golden topped with tomato sauce and tons of melty cheese!
INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1/4” slices
2 Eggs
1 tsp dried basil
1 c. panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp water
1 (25 oz.) jar marinara sauce
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
julienned fresh basil, optional
8 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded
HOW TO MAKE SHEET PAN EGGPLANT PARMESAN
Step 1: In a single layer, spread the sliced eggplant onto paper towels. Sprinkle the eggplant with a generous amount of salt. Leave them for about 15 minutes, then flip and salt the other side. Set aside for another 15 minutes.
Step 2: After the last 15 minutes, rinse the eggplant with water, then pat dry using clean paper towels.
Step 3: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees.
Step 4: In a shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, and garlic powder. Mix well until incorporated.
Step 5: Lightly beat the eggs with water in another dish.
Step 6: In the egg, dip the slices of eggplant, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the onto the slices to ensure they are evenly coated on all sides.
Step 7: Grease a foil-lined sheet with olive oil, spreading the oil to cover the entire pan. In a single layer, spread the eggplant. Place in the preheated oven and bake the eggplant slices for about 15 minutes, turning once, then continue to bake for 10 minutes more on the other side.
Step 8: Onto each eggplant slice, spoon the sauce, and top with shredded cheese. Resume baking for another 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Step 9:Garnish with some fresh basil. Enjoy!
NOTES:
1. Use more or fewer egg and/or breadcrumb mixture depending on the size of the eggplant.
2. If the homemade sauce is available, I suggest using it in place of jarred.
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