Classic Eggplant Parmesan

Name: Classic Eggplant Parmesan
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 2 medium to large eggplants; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour ((see notes)); 3 large eggs, (or 4 smaller eggs); 1/4 cup olive oil ((for fried eggplant method)); 6 bread slices; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano/Parmesan cheese (shredded); 2 teaspoons dried Italian herb blend; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon (each) salt & black pepper; 1 1/2 cups marinara (if you like a lot of sauce you can aim for 2 to 2 1/2 cups of sauce); 1 lb mozzarella cheese (); 1/3 cup parmesan cheese (shredded); 1-2 Tablespoons fresh basil (chopped); 1 teaspoon fresh oregano (chopped)

Instructions

Prep:50minCook:30min

The whole family will love this classic eggplant parmesan! Slices of tender eggplant coated in homemade breadcrumbs, and then layered with melted cheeses & rich marinara! Whether you'd like to bake or fry the eggplant, this recipe has a method for both.

Updated at: Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:36:48 GMT