Oven-Fried Eggplant - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 c. fine dry breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 (3/4 lb.) eggplant
1/4 c. mayonnaise or salad dressing
fresh basil (garnish)

Preparation

Combine the first 4 ingredients in shallow bowl.
Peel eggplant; cut into 1/4-inch slices.
Spread both sides of eggplant slices with mayonnaise.
Dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
Bake at 400\u00b0, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until browned.
Garnish and serve.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.