Follow these steps for perfect results
Eggplant
sliced
Spaghetti Sauce
White Sauce
with 1/8 tsp pepper
Mozzarella Cheese
shredded
Slice eggplant into 1/4 inch thick slices.
Microwave eggplant slices for 4 minutes, covered with a paper towel, to soften them.
Spread 1/4 cup of spaghetti sauce evenly over the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish.
Arrange a layer of eggplant slices over the spaghetti sauce.
Top the eggplant layer with 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce, 1/3 cup white sauce, and 1/3 of the shredded Mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layering process.
Top the final layer with the remaining Mozzarella cheese.
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap.
Microwave the lasagna for 10 minutes.
Let the lasagna stand for 3 minutes before serving.
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
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and microwaved later.
Serve in a baking dish or slice and plate with a side salad.
Serve with a side of garlic bread.
Pair with a simple green salad.
A medium-bodied red wine complements the tomato sauce and cheese.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A simplified and faster version of a classic Italian dish.
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