Lazy Slow Cooker Eggplant Casserole Recipes

LAZY SLOW COOKER EGGPLANT CASSEROLE RECIPE

Steps:

• peel eggplant and slice into slices that are about 1-inch thick. Thicker slices (such as 2-inch slices) will take longer to cook
• lay eggplant in a colander and toss with salt. allow to sit for 30 minutes or so.
• pat eggplant with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture
• remove stem from portabella mushrooms, if applicable
• place grated parmesan, garlic and onion powder together in a small bowl and stir to combine
• spray slow cooker with non-stick spray
• spread a few tablespoons of sauce around bottom of slow cooker
• add a layer of eggplant
• cover with thin layer of sauce
• sprinkle with a layer of the parmesan mixture
• sprinkle some chopped basil on top
• next, place of layer of sliced mozzarella until fully covered
• repeat this 5 step sequence with portabella caps in place of eggplant (sauce - portabella - parmesan mixture - basil - sliced mozzarella)
• repeat the 5 step sequence again with eggplant this time (sauce - eggplant - parmesan mix - basil - mozzarella)
• Be sure to finish with a layer of cheese on top.
• cover and cook. slow cooker time should be 4-6 hours on low until all vegetables are fully cooked through
• cut into squares and enjoy a wonderful slow cooker meal!