Fried Eggplant Parmesan

Ingredients

• canola oil for frying
• 2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups grated Parmesan cheese , divided
• 3 large eggs , beaten
• 1 eggplant , peeled and sliced
• 1 jar roasted garlic flavored spaghetti sauce , 13.5 ounce
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat canola oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Mix bread crumbs, flour, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese together in a bowl. Place eggs in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Dip eggplant slices in the eggs, then the bread crumb mixture. Drop into oil a few slices at a time until breading turns golden brown, about 2 1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Heat spaghetti sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and garlic powder.