Cheesy Eggplant Bake

DF Dairy Free
GF Gluten Free
V Vegan
VG Vegetarian

Cheesy eggplant bake is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender slices of eggplant with a savory tomato sauce and melted cheese. To make this dish, the eggplant is... Read More

PREP TIME

25 minutes
COOK TIME

45 minutes
DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

Ingredients

2 eggplants, peeled and sliced lengthwise
1 cup cashew or almond ricotta
2 cups mozzarella style shreds
1 jar marinara sauce
1 tsp FlavorGod Italian Zest
1 tsp FlavorGod Garlic Lovers seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil

FLAVORS USED IN THIS RECIPE

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Garlic Lover's Seasoning is used in this recipe

Garlic... mmmm.... I truly love garlic, so you can understand what inspired me to create this fan favorite. With garlic being the headliner, it happily shares the spotlight with other completing flavors such as: Onion, basil, thyme and parsley. Always ground fresh and with a low amount of sea salt, Garlic Lovers will be your friend for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Italian Zest Seasoning is used in this recipe

Unlock the flavors of Italy with FlavorGod Italian Zest Seasoning. A fresh blend of herbs & spices that will transport you to the Mediterranean. Buon appetito!

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INSTRUCTIONS

1 Peel and slice the eggplant lengthwise
2 Season the eggplant slices with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Dry with a paper towel and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toast in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove and let cool
3 In a cast iron or casserole dish, layer 1 cup of marinara, eggplant slices, ricotta, FlavorGod Italian Zest, and mozzarella shreds. Repeat the layering process, then top with remaining marinara, cheese, breadcrumbs, and FlavorGod Garlic Lovers seasoning
4 Bake for 45 minutes or until eggplant is tender. Top with fresh herbs and serve.