Candida Diet Friendly Melanzane Parmigiana

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  2 large eggplants (about 2 ½ lb total), sliced into ¼-inch rounds
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  1 ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more for salting the eggplant
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  3 tbsp olive oil, divided, plus more for brushing
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  Ingredients can vary. These products likely fit a Candida Diet diet.

  Filippo Berio Olive Oil 25.3 fl ozFilippo Berio Olive Oil 50.7 fl ozBertolli Cooking Olive Oil 50.72 ozPompeian Olive Oil Classic Mediterranean - 16 Fl. Oz.Vigo® 100% Pure Olive Oil

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For the tomato sauce

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  3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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  1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
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  ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
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  ½ tsp sugar
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  Chef's tip

  Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
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  ½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed, divided

For assembly

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  1 lb fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
  Required swap

  Chef's tip

  Use the same amount. It works well fresh in dishes like caprese, salads, and skewers. For pizza or baked dishes, choose a dairy-free mozzarella labeled for melting so it softens the way you'd expect.
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  1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
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  Chef's tip

  Choose a grated-style vegan parmesan and use the same amount.