Description
These Cheesy Marinara Baked Eggplant Slices are a delicious and comforting dish that features layers of tender eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for a cozy night in or as a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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Eggplant:
- 1 large eggplant or 2 small eggplants, ideally longer and skinny than wide in shape
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
Other Ingredients:
- 1 25 ounce jar garlic marinara sauce
- 1 (8 ounce package) muenster cheese slices
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Prepare Eggplant: Cut top of eggplant. Slice horizontally into 1/2 inch thick slices. Toss with salt and let sit for 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Bake Eggplant: Arrange eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Assemble: Spread marinara sauce in a baking pan. Place eggplant slices in the pan. Top each slice with sauce, muenster cheese, and basil. Repeat layers. Top with more sauce and cheese.
- Bake Again: Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve: Garnish with basil and red pepper flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 10g
- Sodium: Approx. 1200mg
- Fat: Approx. 20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
- Fiber: Approx. 8g
- Protein: Approx. 12g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 40mg
