Name: Grilled Eggplant Parmigiana
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes; 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil; 1/2 ounce finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1/4 cup); 4 small Italian eggplants (1/2 pound each); 16 thin slices whole-milk mozzarella (from a 1-lb block; not fresh)

Image may contain Plant Food Pork Dish Meal Eggplant and Vegetable

Grilled Eggplant ParmigianaRomulo Yanes

Grilling eggplant lends it a smoky flavor, and this fun, layered presentation gives a wintertime favorite a summer makeover.

Cooks' note:

Eggplant (brushed with 1/4 cup oil) can be roasted on a foil-lined large baking sheet in middle of a 450°F oven, turning over once, 20 minutes. Top with sauce and cheese, then stack and bake 5 minutes more.

Recipe notes

Super Seedy Power Cookies

As energizing as an energy bar, with a much simpler ingredient list.

Chocolate Guinness Cake

A generous glug of stout gives this snackable loaf a malty depth.

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

Golden Mushroom Soup With Orzo & a Pat of Butter

This is the type of soup that, at first glance, might seem a little…unexciting. But you’re underestimating the power of mushrooms, which do the heavy lifting.

Classic French Vinaigrette

Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.

Hot Honey–Glazed Salmon

This broiled hot honey salmon recipe results in sweet, spicy, glossy fish coated in a homemade hot honey glaze for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead lunch.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.