Preparation Steps
1
Put the eggplant on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
2
Place under the broiler until soft.
3
Remove and allow to cool.
4
Meanwhile, heat the sauce in a small saucepan.
5
Heat the remaining oil and cook the onion for 5 minutes.
6
Then add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
7
Add the onion and garlic to the sauce.
8
Arrange the eggplant across the bottom of a 8 x 6 baking dish and then scatter cheese on top.
9
Repeat layers until you run out of eggplant.
10
Finish off with sauce, basil and remaining cheese.
11
Bake for 40 minutes and 375.
12
Optional: If you prefer you can fry the eggplant in a bit of olive oil.
13
Then, soak up oil on a paper towel.