Eggplant Parmesan

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Season the eggplant slices with salt and let sit for 15 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with the beaten eggs in one bowl and the dry bread crumbs in another.

Step 4

Dip each eggplant slice in the egg, then coat in the bread crumbs.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry the eggplant slices in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 7

Layer the fried eggplant, more marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese, repeating until all the ingredients are used, ending with cheese on top.

Step 8

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbling and golden.

Step 9

Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.