Baked Eggplant Marinara

Do you love Eggplant Parmesan, but could do without the layer of breading and deep frying? Try this! It's just as delicious, but guilt free! :)

Ingredients:

1ripe medium-sized Eggplant

Olive Oil

Salt & Pepper

Your favorite Marinara sauce- home made is even better!

Low Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese

Step 1

Wash the eggplant thoroughly and cut into 1/2 inch slices.

*You could choose to peel the skin, but I prefer the texture without peeling 

because it holds the eggplant together better.

Step 2

Season the slices on both sides with a pinch of salt&pepper then drizzle with olive oil.

Coat your baking sheet with cooking spray, then strategically place the slices.

Step 3

Bake in the 350 degree oven for 8-10 minutes, 

then flip and bake for an additional 5 on the opposite side.

(Until tender and golden brown)

Step 4

While eggplant is baking, heat up the Marinara in a medium sauce pan on low heat.

Step 5

Remove the eggplant from the oven and let cool. 

Place 3 slices of eggplant with a 1/4 cup of sauce onto a plate. 

Sprinkle the top with low moisture part-skim mozzarella.

There you have it! So quick and easy! 

-Brooke L