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Eggplant parmigiana
Melt-in-your-mouth eggplant gratin with homemade tomato sauce, generously topped with melty mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan, scented with oregano. A vegetarian Italian-inspired dish, perfect for dinner or a convivial meal.
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Critical Success Points
- • Salting to draw out moisture from the eggplants
- • Frying the eggplant slices
- • Baking
Safety Warnings
- • Be very careful with hot oil during frying – avoid splatters
- • Use kitchen gloves or a sleeve when handling the hot dish removed from the oven
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