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Eggplant Parmesan





Yields
Serves 4




Total Time
50 mins

Suggested by Sunset Facebook fan Eve Lynch.

This (non-casserole) version of eggplant parmesan is lighter and fresher tasting than the classic—we ditched the breading and added spicy sauce and fresh herbs.

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Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Dan Becker
 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
 1/2 onion, chopped
 2 large garlic cloves, minced
 1/2 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
 1 teaspoon kosher salt
 1 teaspoon sugar
 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
 1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes
 1 large eggplant (about 1 1/2 lbs.), cut lengthwise into 8 slices (1/2 in. thick)
 8 ounces water-packed fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 slices
 1/2 cup fresh oregano
 1/2 cup torn basil leaves
 1/2 cup crushed croutons
Step 1
1

Set an oven rack in highest position and preheat oven to 350°. Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a 4-qt. saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add wine and let reduce by half, 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, salt, sugar, pepper, and chile flakes and simmer, stirring often, until very thick, 20 minutes.

Step 2
2

Lay eggplant slices meanwhile on a greased broiler pan (they can overlap). Cover with foil. Bake until steamy and softened, 20 minutes. Uncover; brush with 1 tbsp. oil. Broil until starting to brown, then turn over and brush with remaining oil. Broil until lightly browned, 8 minutes total.

Step 3
3

Put an eggplant slice on an oven-safe plate (leave broiler on). Top with 1/4 cup tomato sauce. Lay another slice of eggplant across first and spoon more sauce on top. Top with 2 slices cheese. Repeat layering on 3 more plates.

Step 4
4

Broil 2 plates at a time just to melt cheese, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle each plate with about 2 tbsp. each mixed herbs and croutons. Serve with remaining sauce.

Step 5
5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 427Calories from Fat 55
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g40%

Saturated Fat 9.6g48%
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 1020mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Dietary Fiber 9.1g37%
Protein 15g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.