INGREDIENTS
For the Eggplant:
2
medium eggplant (about 2 pounds) cut crosswise into ¼-inch-thick rounds
1 tbsp
kosher salt
4 cups
breadcrumbs
1 cup
grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup
all-purpose flour
4
large eggs
6 tbsp
vegetable oil
For the Tomato Sauce:
2 cans
each) diced tomatoes or pureed or crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp
extra-virgin olive oil
4
medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1/4 tsp
red pepper flakes
1/2 cup
coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
Salt and ground pepper
For Baking:
8 oz
whole or part-skim mozzarella, shredded (2 cups)
1/2 cup
grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)
10
fresh basil leaves, for garnish