How to make Parmigiana di melanzane - Parmezános padlizsán -

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces calories while still melting well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano is a cost-effective alternative with a similar flavor.

Slice eggplants into 1/4 inch rounds and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

Rinse eggplant slices under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry eggplant slices until golden on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

In a separate pot, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant; add tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a baking dish, spread a layer of tomato sauce on the bottom.

Layer fried eggplant slices over the sauce, followed by mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.

Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.

Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the final layer for added crunch.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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