Eggplant Parmigiana

Name: Eggplant Parmigiana
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion (finely chopped); 3 cloves garlic (pressed); 5 cups tomato passata (or tomato puree (the one in a glass bottle)); ½ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; 4 pounds eggplants (about 4 medium eggplants); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ¾ teaspoon salt; 1½ cups (5 ounces) parmesan; 2½ cups (10 ounces) mozzarella (grated or chopped. Substitute non-dairy cheese.); 1½ cups basil leaves (fresh)

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Prep:30minCook:30min

Eggplant parmigiana, or melanzane alla parmigiana, is a gorgeous Italian casserole dish adored for its rich flavors and comforting texture.This layered masterpiece features baked or fried eggplant slices alternating with tomato sauce, basil, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:58:45 GMT