Make Delicious Eggplant Parmesan: Easy Romantic Dinner Recipe

Name: Make Delicious Eggplant Parmesan: Easy Romantic Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 large units Eggplants (sliced into 1/4 inch rounds); 28 oz can Crushed Tomatoes (for sauce); 16 oz package Fresh Mozzarella Cheese (shredded); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese (plus more for serving); 1/4 cup cup Olive Oil (plus more for frying); 4 cloves cloves Garlic (minced); 1 medium unit Onion (finely chopped); 1/4 cup cup Fresh Basil (chopped); 2 large units Eggs (beaten); 1 cup cup Italian Breadcrumbs (for breading eggplant); 1 tsp teaspoon Salt (to taste); 1/2 tsp teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste)

This hypothetical recipe is inspired by the video 'Cooking for my girlfriend!', focusing on a romantic eggplant dish, likely Eggplant Parmesan. As specific instructions from the video are unavailable, this description outlines a classic approach to preparing a flavorful and hearty eggplant meal, perfect for a special occasion. It involves slicing and preparing eggplant, crafting a rich tomato sauce, layering with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, and baking until golden and bubbly. Ideal for impressing a loved one with a homemade gourmet experience.

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#Parmesan

#Italian

#Vegetarian

#Dinner

#Romantic

#Comfort Food

Baked Eggplant Parmesan

Recipe Information

25m

Prep Time

1h 10m

Cook Time

1h 35m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

25g

Protein

30g

Carbs

28g

Fat

Golden Cheesy Top

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Layered Eggplant Dish

Instructions

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Slice eggplants into 1/4-inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
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Slice eggplants into 1/4-inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
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Salting helps remove bitterness and excess water, preventing soggy eggplant.
2
Dip each eggplant slice in beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Fry in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
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Dip each eggplant slice in beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Fry in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; fry in batches for even browning.

3
In a saucepan, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
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In a saucepan, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
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For a smoother sauce, you can blend it briefly with an immersion blender.
4
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce. Arrange a single layer of fried eggplant slices, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then another layer of sauce. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with cheese.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce. Arrange a single layer of fried eggplant slices, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then another layer of sauce. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with cheese.
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Ensure even distribution of sauce and cheese for a balanced flavor in every bite.
5
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
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Resting the lasagna helps prevent it from falling apart when sliced.