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Father's Day Eggplant Parmesan Stack Crispy

A delightful twist on classic eggplant parmesan, featuring crispy layers of eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for celebrating Father's Day.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Eggplant
  • 2 medium Eggplants sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
Breading
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs preferably Italian seasoned
Sauce and Cheese
  • 3 cups Marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for frying
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil

Method
 

Prepare the Eggplant
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplants into 1/4 inch rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Rinse the eggplant slices and pat them dry with paper towels.
Bread the Eggplant
  1. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dip each eggplant slice first in flour, then in egg, and finally in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated.
Fry the Eggplant
  1. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded eggplant slices in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  2. Transfer the fried eggplant to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Assemble the Stack
  1. In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, followed by a layer of fried eggplant, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. Pair with a fresh salad for a complete meal.