Step 1/8
- 1 onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp rosemary
- 6 tbsp basil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 3 eggplants
Finely dice onion and mince garlic. Roughly chop basil and rosemary. Measure out oregano and thyme. Slice eggplant lengthwise.
Step 2/8
- olive oil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
In a large saucepan, heat up some olive oil and sauté onion and garlic over medium heat for approx. 5 – 7 min. until translucent. Add tomato paste and continue to sauté for an additional 1 – 2 min.
Step 3/8
- 750 g canned crushed tomatoes
Add tomatoes to saucepan and bring to a simmer.
Step 4/8
Add salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary to tomato sauce. Allow to simmer for approx. 10 – 15 min.
Step 5/8
In a frying pan, heat up some olive oil over medium heat. Sauté eggplant for approx. 2 – 3 min. per side. Set aside.
Step 6/8
- 500 g shredded mozzarella cheese
Cut mozzarella into slices approximately as thin as eggplant.
Step 7/8
In a baking dish, create two separate layers of eggplant, mozzarella, and tomato sauce.
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- 100 g grated Parmesan cheese
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Top off dish with basil and Parmesan. Transfer to oven and bake for approx. 20 – 25 min. until golden brown. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy warm!