Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

Eggplant

sliced

1 cup

Spaghetti Sauce

1 cup

White Sauce

with 1/8 tsp pepper

8 unit

Mozzarella Cheese

shredded

Step 1
~2 min

Slice eggplant into 1/4 inch thick slices.

Step 2
~2 min

Microwave eggplant slices for 4 minutes, covered with a paper towel, to soften them.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread 1/4 cup of spaghetti sauce evenly over the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish.

Step 4
~2 min

Arrange a layer of eggplant slices over the spaghetti sauce.

Step 5
~2 min

Top the eggplant layer with 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce, 1/3 cup white sauce, and 1/3 of the shredded Mozzarella cheese.

Step 6
~2 min

Repeat the layering process.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 7
~2 min

Top the final layer with the remaining Mozzarella cheese.

Step 8
~2 min

Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap.

Step 9
~2 min

Microwave the lasagna for 10 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Let the lasagna stand for 3 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use homemade spaghetti sauce.

Add a layer of ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.

If the plastic wrap starts to melt, vent it slightly during microwaving.

Use fresh herbs such as basil or oregano for enhanced flavor

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and microwaved later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of garlic bread.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italian-American

Cultural Significance

A simplified and faster version of a classic Italian dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual family dinners

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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