How to Make Easy Eggplant Gratin - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to incorporate more veggies into your meals, then this Easy Eggplant Gratin recipe is the perfect dish for you. Eggplant is a versatile and tasty vegetable, and when baked in a rich and creamy gratin, it becomes even more irresistible. This recipe takes just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, making it an ideal weeknight dinner option. Whether you're a fan of eggplant or looking to try something new, this gratin is sure to become a s...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
  • ¼ cup half-and-half
  • 1 extra large egg
  • ¼ cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup bottled marinara sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Preheat a grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill eggplant slices until cooked through and evenly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix half-and-half, egg, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper together in a bowl.
  • Arrange a layer of eggplant slices in each of 2 individual gratin dishes. Sprinkle each with 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Spoon half the marinara sauce into each dish. Top each with a second layer of eggplant slices, more salt and pepper, half the ricotta mixture, and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Place the dishes on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the custard sets and the top is browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    223 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 76mg
    • Sodium: 469mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 239mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 955mg