This flavorful baked eggplant dish is perfect for a hearty yet healthy meal. Layers of golden-fried eggplants, rich tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese make this a family favorite.

Preparation Time

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients

Eggplants: 3 large, sliced into rounds
Salt: To taste (for sweating the eggplants and seasoning the sauce)
Vegetable oil: For frying the eggplants
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Chopped tomatoes: 500 g (2 cups)
Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
Basil: ½ teaspoon
Oregano: ½ teaspoon
Parmesan cheese: 150 g (1½ cups), grated
Mozzarella cheese: 200 g (2 cups), shredded
Parsley: Fresh, chopped, for garnish
Directions
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