Crystal Margarine Recipes
Prep: 20 minutes
Servings: 10
This baked eggplant parmesan is the kind of comforting dinner that brings everyone to the table. Crispy, golden eggplant slices are pan-fried in Crystal Margarine, then layered with rich marinara and plenty of melted mozzarella and parmesan for a cozy, oven-baked finish. With familiar flavours and a hearty, satisfying feel, it’s a meatless meal the whole family can get behind — perfect for weeknights when you want something warm, comforting, and made with love. Serve it up, let it bubble, and enjoy a dish that feels like a hug on a plate.
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ingredients
Fried Eggplant
3
eggplant, large (peeled, thinly sliced)
1 cup
all-purpose flour (for breading)
4
eggs, large (beaten, for breading)
4 cups
panko breadcrumbs
2 tsp
dried oregano
1/4 cup
parmesan (grated)
1 cup
Crystal Margarine (for shallow frying)
Assembly
6 cups
marinara sauce
4 cups
mozzarella cheese (shredded; divded)
1/4 cup
parmesan cheese (grated; remaining for layering)
2 tbsp
parsley, chopped
directions
Fried Eggplant
Preheat your oven to 375°F and set up a breading station with one bowl of flour, one bowl of beaten eggs, and one bowl of panko mixed with dried oregano and parmesan. Working one slice at a time, dredge the eggplant in flour, dip it in egg, then coat it in the panko mixture. Transfer the breaded eggplant to a rimmed baking sheet.
Melt the Crystal Margarine in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat and fry the breaded eggplant in batches until crisp and golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the eggplant to a rack or paper towel to drain.
Assembly & Baking
Spread a thin layer of marinara on the bottom of a 9”×13” baking dish. Add a layer of fried eggplant, then sprinkle with some mozzarella and parmesan. Repeat the layers, finishing with sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan.
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until bubbling and the cheese is golden. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
