Paula Deen: Kicked-Up Eggplant Parmesan Recipe - Serves 8 to 10

Ingredients

• 1 (26-ounce) jar tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
• 3 eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups dried bread crumbs
• 2 1/2 pounds eggplant (about 2 large)
• 1 cup Olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
• 4 ounces Parmesan cheese
• 12 ounces fresh mozzarella
• salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper , to taste