Easy Eggplant Mozzarella

1 medium eggplant (about 1 pound), peeled
2   eggs, beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 cans  tomato sauce (Italian seasoned)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1  teaspoon garlic powder
8 ounces shredded reduced fat mozzarella cheese
    Cooking spray
Coat a round baking dish or 10-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.  Cut eggplant crosswise into about 14 (1/2 inch) slices.  Dip into beaten egg, then into bread crumbs.  Overlap slices of eggplant in prepared dish.  Cover with lid or wax paper; microwave on high for 8 minutes.

Remove half the eggplant and arrange remaining slices in 1 layer in bottom of dish.  Pour 1 can tomato sauce over eggplant; sprinkle with half the spices and half the cheese.  Repeat layer with remaining eggplant, tomato sauce, spices, and cheese.  Sprinkle any remaining crumbs on top.  Cover and microwave on high 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese melts and ingredients are bubbly hot.  Sprinkle with parmesan if desired.  Makes 6 servings.

Per serving:  224 calories, 17g protein, 28g carbohydrates, 6g fat, 90mg cholesterol, 131mg sodium