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Eggplant Parmesan with San Marzano Tomato Sauce

Crispy, cheesy and bubbling with rich tomato sauce, Eggplant Parmesan is Italian comfort food at its best. Tender slices of eggplant are sautéed, layered with savory meat and tomato sauce, plenty of melty mozzarella and Parmesan and Alfredo sauce, then baked until hot and bubbly. Serve this hearty classic with pasta, crusty Italian bread or a simple green salad for a cozy dinner the whole family will love.

  • Prep Time

    10min

  • In Active Time

    10min

  • Cook Time

    1hrs

  • Total Time

    1hr 20min

  • Serving Size 6

  • Recipe Category Dinner

  • Recipe Cuisine Italian

Recipe By: Christine Schergen

Ingredients

Directions

  • Slice eggplant: remove stem from eggplant then slice into 1/4-1/2 inch thick slices.
  • Sweat eggplant: arrange slices on a pan and sprinkle with a pinch of coarse salt on both sides. Let sit and "sweat" excess moisture for 10 minutes. Pat firmly with paper towels to dry eggplant thoroughly (wipe off salt as well).
  • Preheat oven to 350F and arrange eggplant slices onto sheet pan that is brushed with 1-2 Tablespoons of olive oil. Bake for 25 minutes until golden.
  • Heat large skillet over medium high heat. Add the beef and onion and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Add can of tomatoes, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for20 minutes.
  • In a 9x13” baking pan make 1 layer of eggplant, then top with tomato sauce and parsley, continue layering until you finish with the sauce.
  • Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and spread Alfredo sauce and parmesan cheese on top. Bake for another 15 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes then serve with spaghetti, bread or a salad. Enjoy.

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Eggplant Parmesan with San Marzano Sauce

Crispy, cheesy and bubbling with rich tomato sauce, Eggplant Parmesan is Italian comfort food at its best. Tender slices of eggplant are sautéed, layered with savory meat and tomato sauce, plenty of melty mozzarella and Parmesan and Alfredo sauce, then baked until hot and bubbly. Serve this hearty classic with pasta, crusty Italian bread or a simple green salad for a cozy dinner the whole family will love.

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