Serves: 4–6

Why this spice: Collected Foods Tuscan Grill Italian Seasoning seasons the breadcrumbs and sauce so eggplant Parmesan tastes herb-forward, not bland.

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• Kosher salt, for sweating
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, divided
• 2 tbsp Collected Foods Tuscan Grill Italian Seasoning, divided
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Olive oil, for pan-frying or brushing
• 3 cups marinara sauce
• 8 oz mozzarella, sliced or shredded
• Fresh basil

Directions

1. Salt eggplant slices; rest 20 minutes, then pat dry.
2. Mix breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and 1 tbsp Tuscan Grill seasoning. Stir remaining seasoning into marinara.
3. Dip eggplant in egg, then crumbs. Pan-fry in oil until golden (or brush with oil and bake at 425°F for 20 minutes).
4. Layer sauce, eggplant, mozzarella, and remaining Parmesan in a baking dish. Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes until bubbly.
5. Rest 10 minutes; finish with basil.

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