Neapolitan Eggplant Parmigiana | A Classic Italian Comfort Meal Made Right At Home!

*Neapolitan Eggplant Parmigiana* Bring delicious Southern Italian flavors to your own kitchen with this classic eggplant parmesan, layering crispy eggplant over rich tomato sauce and lots of fresh mozzarella. The layering technique makes this a slow-simmered comfort meal that is perfectly balanced and satisfying in every bite! _Ingredients:_ - 4 Italian eggplants - pinch of salt - 1¼ cups olive oil - 1 cup flour - 1 onion, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - ¾ cup tomato paste - 2 cups tomato purée - 3 balls fresh buffalo mozzarella - 1½ cups Parmesan cheese, grated ⏱️ Total Time: 2 hr 30 min. 🔥 350°F *1. Prep the eggplant* Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin slices. Lightly salt each side, then stack them on a rack or tray, then press them down with a heavy baking pan for 30 minutes. After the excess moisture is drawn out, lightly coat each side in flour and fry in olive oil until golden and crispy. *2. Make the tomato sauce* In the same oil, sauté the onion, garlic, tomato paste, and tomato purée. Stir until well combined, then add a handful of basil, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes. *3. Assemble and bake* In a baking dish, add a base layer of the tomato sauce, then add a layer of fried eggplant slices, followed by more tomato sauce, fresh basil, and torn pieces of the fresh mozzarella. Top with grated Parmesan and repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used. *4. Bake* Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Slice and enjoy your homemade eggplant parmigiana with a garnish of basil! __________________________________________ *Scrumdiddlyumptious brings you creative recipes & cooking hacks every day, so be sure to like, follow, and subscribe for inspiring new ideas. Home cooking has never been so easy, or so fun!* 💚 YouTube Memberships: https://www.youtube.com/scrumdiddlyumptious/join 💚 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scrumdiddlyumptiouscom 💚 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scrumdiddlyumptious_recipes 💚 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scrumdiddlyumptious.com 💚 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/scrumdiddlyumptious 💚 Website: https://www.scrumdiddlyumptious.com __________________________________________