RAGÚ No-Frying Eggplant Parmesan
Indulge in the classic comfort of Eggplant Parmesan, reimagined for a modern kitchen. This no-fry version delivers the same rich, cheesy goodness without the fuss of frying. Tender eggplant slices are baked to golden perfection, then layered with vibrant tomato sauce and a generous blanket of melted cheese, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight the whole family.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
50 g
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Cholesterol
136 mg
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Fiber
15 g
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Protein
19 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
991 mg
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Fat
12 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets with cooking spray. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
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Whisk together eggs and water in a shallow bowl. Place bread crumbs in a second bowl. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
03 Step
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Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture, then press in bread crumbs to coat. Arrange eggplant in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. (Prep time: 15 minutes)
04 Step
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Bake in the preheated oven until eggplant is golden, about 25 minutes.
05 Step
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Evenly spread 1 cup sauce in a 13x9-inch baking dish. Layer ½ of the baked eggplant slices evenly over sauce, then top with 1 cup sauce and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; repeat layers once more. Cover the dish with aluminum foil. (Assembly time: 15 minutes)
06 Step
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Bake for 45 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and sprinkle top with mozzarella cheese. Continue baking, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh basil or oregano to the sauce.
To prevent soggy eggplant, make sure the slices are evenly coated with breadcrumbs and arranged in a single layer on the baking sheets.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as provolone or ricotta, to create your own unique variation.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 64 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Alaina Wiegand
Jun 21, 2025I found that salting the eggplant slices for 30 minutes before breading really helped to draw out excess moisture.
Doyle Ohara
Oct 25, 2024I added a layer of ricotta cheese and it was amazing!
Kelsie Schaden
Feb 19, 2024The eggplant was perfectly cooked and not at all bitter. I will definitely be making this again.
Rozella Macejkovic
Dec 22, 2023My kids loved this! They didn't even realize it was baked and not fried.
Rollin Collins
Dec 18, 2023This recipe is a lifesaver! So much easier than traditional eggplant parmesan, and it tastes just as good.