Recipe: Layered Eggplant and Meat Sauce BakeDescription: A delicious layered casserole featuring roasted eggplant, hearty meat sauce, and creamy cheese filling.Serves: 4 people Total Time: 60Difficulty: Easy to follow Ingredients needed: 1 piece eggplant, 2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, 2 clove garlic, 500 g ground beef, 400 g marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon italian seasoning, 250 g ricotta cheese, 50 g parmesan cheese, 1 piece egg, 150 g shredded mozzarella cheeseInstructions: Preheat the oven to 204 degrees C (400 degrees F) and line a large baking sheet with grease. Arrange the eggplant slices on the baking sheet, brush both sides with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15-25 minutes until soft. While the eggplant is roasting, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, then let it simmer for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg to create the cheese filling. In a baking dish, layer roasted eggplant slices, followed by the meat sauce, then the ricotta mixture, and top with shredded mozzarella. Repeat layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with mozzarella on top. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.Perfect for: Meal planning, weekly preparation, home cooking Tags: Italian, baking, gluten-freeThis Layered Eggplant and Meat Sauce Bake recipe is designed for easy meal planning and preparation. It serves 4 people and can be made in 60 minutes. Great for weekly meal prep and family dinners.