Description
A comforting Italian casserole with layers of creamy ricotta, savory marinara, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggplants, sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplants and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and lightly sauté the eggplant slices until golden brown.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Add a layer of eggplant, then dollop ricotta over it, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
For added flavor, roast eggplant slices before layering. Use a quality marinara sauce for the best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg