How to Make a Proper Eggplant Parmigiana, Italian Nonna-Style

How to Make a Proper Eggplant Parmigiana, Italian Nonna-Style
The beauty is in the layers: silky fried eggplants, a simple tomato sauce, and plenty of cheese—and a secret ingredient for extra richness. Giulia Scarpaleggia
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Summer isn’t officially over until I make a few trays of eggplant parmigiana to freeze for the colder months. The rich, cheesy layers are a joy to eat warm, even in the hot summer months. But nothing beats the utter pleasure of biting into a thick, piping hot, intensely savory slice of it on a cold winter day. It instantly brightens up your mood with the warmth of the Mediterranean summer sun.

Incidentally, eggplant parmigiana is also the dish I would choose as my last meal—the most comforting food, imbued with memories, tradition, and a vibrant Mediterranean feel.

Giulia Scarpaleggia
Giulia Scarpaleggia
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Giulia Scarpaleggia is a Tuscan-born and bred food writer, food photographer, and author of five cookbooks, including “From the Markets of Tuscany.” She is currently working on her sixth cookbook. Find her online at her blog, JulsKitchen.com
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