Individual Eggplant Parmesan Tartlets

Individual Eggplant Parmesan Tartlets - A Delicious and Easy Appetizer
If you're looking for a tasty and easy appetizer to impress your guests, look no further than these Individual Eggplant Parmesan Tartlets. This dish is a perfect combination of crispy eggplant, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy mozzarella cheese, all baked to perfection in a flaky tartlet shell.

Ingredients (per serving):

- 1 small eggplant, sliced into rounds
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pre-made tartlet shell

Cooking Tips:

- To make the eggplant slices crispy, be sure to pat them dry with a paper towel before coating them in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- If you don't have pre-made tartlet shells, you can make your own by cutting circles of puff pastry and pressing them into a muffin tin.

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Dip each eggplant slice in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, and place on a baking sheet.
3. Bake the eggplant slices for 15-20 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese and tomato sauce.
5. Place the tartlet shell on a baking sheet and spoon a tablespoon of the tomato sauce mixture into the bottom.
6. Layer the eggplant slices on top of the sauce, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake the tartlet for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
These Individual Eggplant Parmesan Tartlets are a beautiful golden brown color, with crispy eggplant slices peeking out from under a layer of melted mozzarella cheese. The tomato sauce adds a tangy, savory flavor that perfectly complements the creamy cheese and crispy eggplant. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese