Parmesan
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Donatella's Cast-Iron Eggplant Parm Featuring Galbani® Cheese
Serves 4 – 6
INGREDIENTS
| 2 | Medium-sized eggplants |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 – 2 cups | Olive oil |
| ¾ qt. | Marinara sauce |
| ¾ cup | Galbani Parmesan, grated |
| 8 – 12 | Basil leaves, chiffonade |
| 1 ½ lbs. | Galbani Fresh Mozzarella, sliced |
| Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste |
METHOD
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Slice eggplant roughly ¼ mm thin on a mandolin or slicer.
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Coat eggplant lightly with flour, making sure to pat off additional flour.
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Heat olive oil in a heavy-based pot, and fry eggplant until light brown. Flip over so golden on all sides. Once fried, place on paper towel and salt and pepper eggplant chips.
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Coat base of a 4” x 4” oven-safe or cast-iron dish with marinara sauce. Add a single layer of eggplant chips, then a dusting of Parmesan, several pieces of basil, a thin layer of Mozzarella, and a light drizzle of sauce. Repeat layering process, beginning with eggplant and continuing with additional ingredients.
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Cover and put in oven at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes
Pairings
- Wine & Spirits
- Beer
- Proteins
- Fruits & Vegetables
- Nuts, Grains & Starches
- Flavors, Spices & Condiments