Eggplant Parmesan

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   In a shallow dish, combine the kosher salt, bread crumbs, oregano, thyme, basil and pepper.
3. 3
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4
   Dredge each eggplant slice in the breadcrumb mixture.
5. 5
   Shake off any excess breading and transfer 2-5 eggplant slices (depending on size) at a time to the hot skillet.
6. 6
   Try not to overcrowd the slices.
7. 7
   Cook until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. 8
   Place cooked eggplant on a dish lined with paper towels.
9. 9
   Season with additional kosher salt and/or pepper if needed.
10. 10
    Repeat with the remaining eggplant slices.
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    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
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    Lay the largest eggplant slice onto the baking sheet.
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    Gently spoon about 2 to 3 tablespoons tomato sauce over the eggplant until coated.
14. 14
    Place sliced mozzarella evenly over the tomato sauce.
15. 15
    Sprinkle grated parmesan over the layer.
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    Place the second largest eggplant slice next and repeat steps for the tomato sauce and mozzarella.
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    Sprinkle parmesan over the top layer.
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    Repeat with the remaining eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan and mozzarella.
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    Bake until just beginning to brown, approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on the size and amount of eggplant.
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    Enjoy!