Eggplant Parmesan Gratin: A Cheesy Comfort Classic!
Eggplant Parmesan Gratin is a cheesy comfort classic that features layers of roasted eggplant, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheeses, offering a delightful and hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggplants, sliced into thick rounds
- 3 cups rich tomato sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the eggplant: Slice eggplants into thick rounds, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let rest to remove excess moisture. Pat dry and brush with olive oil.
- Roast the base: Roast eggplant slices until soft, golden, and slightly caramelized to build deep flavor.
- Build the gratin: In a baking dish, spread tomato sauce, then layer roasted eggplant, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, mozzarella, and parmesan. Repeat until fully layered.
- Bake until bubbling: Bake at 190°C (375°F) until the top is deeply golden, bubbling, and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Finish & serve: Let rest a few minutes, then top with fresh herbs and serve hot and cheesy.
Notes
- Do not skip roasting eggplant for better texture and flavor.
- Use fresh mozzarella for extra melt.
- Broil for 2 minutes for a crisp golden crust.
- Let it rest before cutting for clean layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg