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Melanzane al Forno

Cultural Context

Originating from Southern Italy, Melanzane al Forno is a beloved dish that showcases the region's abundant eggplant and rich tomato sauce. Traditionally served as a comforting family meal, it embodies the Italian philosophy of using simple, fresh ingredients to create hearty flavors. Today, variations abound, with some recipes adding layers of meat or different cheeses, but the essence of this classic remains cherished across the globe.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 medium eggplants
200 g cottage cheese
1 egg
80 g bread crumbs
150 g provolone or emmental
salt
black pepper
2 tablespoons parmesan
oil
mint
garlic

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is often less expensive and lighter in calories.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

Grana padano offers a similar flavor at a lower price.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

Slice the eggplants and arrange them in a baking dish.

3

In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, egg, bread crumbs, provolone or emmental, salt, black pepper, parmesan, chopped mint, and minced garlic.

4

Fill the eggplant slices with the cheese mixture.

5

Drizzle with oil and bake in the oven until golden and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉinglayeringbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggsgluten

Also Known As

Eggplant ParmesanMelanzane alla Parmigiana
Local Name: Melanzane al Forno

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