Nowadays I can’t get through cooking without Princess wanting to take over. So, I do what most parents probably won’t do. I let her have at it! Here’s a breakdown of the easy eggplant parmesan recipe that our family enjoyed.
Here’s what you’ll need:
One medium to large eggplant cut into 1/2 inch slices
1-2 cups panko breadcrumbs
4 egg whites beaten
1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash or your choice of seasoning
12 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese or pecorino romano cheese
1 lb 10 oz jar pasta sauce.
Cooking Spray
Dash black pepper
1. Preheat oven 350 degrees
2. Mix Mrs. Dash, black pepper, and egg whites in a bowl
3. Soak a few eggplant slices at a time for about a couple minutes
4. Coat each eggplant slice in breadcrumbs with 1/8 cup parmesan (pecorino romano cheese)
5. Spray baking sheet with Pam before placing slices on it. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden. Be sure to turn slices over after about 10 minutes.
6. Cover the bottom of 9×13 casserole baking dish with pasta sauce; top with eggplant slices. Then add more tomato sauce on top, followed by mozzarella. Repeat the process and end with mozzarella and rest of parmesan cheese.
7. Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Keep in mind that you don’t have to stick to the recipe to a tee. Feel free to use less or more cheese, if you’d like. If you’re sensitive to dairy, you can always try a substitute like veggie shreds. You can also sprinkle a little oregano on top for added flavor. Enjoy with pasta.
I love that this eggplant parmesan recipe is kid-friendly. Princess is not allowed to go near the stove or the oven, but she did do all the layering. I think she enjoyed eating the cheese a little too much.
Do you cook with your kids? What’s their favorite dish?