Eggplant Parmesan-Style Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 medium Eggplant
• 1.5 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.125 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Mozzarella
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (15 minutes): Cut eggplant into 1/2-inch cubes. Mince garlic.

2. 2

   Cook (25 minutes): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggplant, season with salt and black pepper, and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender and lightly browned.

3. 3

   Add garlic and oregano and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 12–14 minutes until the sauce thickens and eggplant is tender.

4. 4

   Finish: Sprinkle mozzarella over the skillet, cover for 2–3 minutes until melted. Turn off heat, top with basil, and serve.