Ingredients:
– 2 large eggplants, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey (optional for a meat version)
– 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
– 1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
– 1 egg
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Eggplant: Preheat oven. Roast eggplant slices.
2. Cook the Meat (Optional): Brown and cook the ground beef or turkey. Add marinara sauce and simmer.
3. Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: Combine ricotta, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
4. Assemble the Lasagna: Layer meat sauce, eggplant, ricotta mixture, and repeat.
5. Bake the Lasagna: Bake covered, then uncovered until cheese is melted.
🍆 Easy Eggplant Lasagna
Hi, I'm Kristy Cook, A passionate food enthusiast and recipe creator. I love crafting delicious, healthy meals that are both nutritious and easy to prepare. My goal is to inspire you to embrace wholesome cooking in your everyday life, making it simple and enjoyable.