Summary
C rafting this delightful eggplant parmigiana with a cannabis twist is an exciting culinary journey. Begin by salting your eggplant slices to remove any bitterness and intensify flavor, ensuring the ultimate mouth-watering experience. Our wonderous breadcrumb mix infused with cannabutter and Italian seasoning promises a crispy and flavorful topping. After layering sauce, eggplant, and vibrant cheeses in a baking dish, capped with our special breadcrumb mix, bake until bubbling and golden. Don't forget the fresh basil for a fragrant final flourish! Remember, with cannabis recipes, the effects can take time to kick in, so pace consumption accordingly. Enjoy this classic comfort dish with a gently elevating twist!
Ingredients
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Steps
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Go shopping 2 large eggplants (sliced into 1/2 inch rounds), salt (to draw out the bitterness of the eggplant), 2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons cannabutter (melted), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 2 beaten eggs, 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging), olive oil (for frying) and fresh basil leaves (for garnish).
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Prepping the Eggplant: Sprinkle salt on the eggplant slices and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out the bitterness. Rinse with water and pat dry with paper towels.
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Breadcrumb Mixture: In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs with melted cannabutter ("How to create Cannabutter?" [LINK]) and Italian seasoning until well combined. This will create the flavorful, crispy topping for the dish.
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Breading and Frying: Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and the breadcrumb mixture. Dredge each eggplant slice in flour, dip in egg, and then coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Fry the breaded eggplant slices in olive oil over medium heat until golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
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Layering the Dish: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce. Add a layer of fried eggplant slices, top with more sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Repeat the layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese and the cannabutter breadcrumb topping.
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Baking: Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
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Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. This dish is perfect on its own or paired with a side salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal. The combination of classic comfort food with the nuanced flavor and gentle elevation provided by the cannabutter crust makes for an unforgettable dining experience.