Peel and finely dice the shallot. Wash the thyme, dab dry and chop finely, except for a little to garnish. Puree the tomatoes, shallot and thyme in a tall blender jug. Add olive oil bit by bit. Season the sauce with salt and cayenne pepper.
Clean, wash and cut the aubergines into thick slices. Peel garlic and press it through a garlic press. Heat the fat in a large pan and fry the eggplant slices while turning. Finally add garlic and fry. Season the aubergines with salt, drain them on kitchen paper and let them cool down. Place the tomato sauce in an ovenproof dish and place the aubergine slices on top in a fan shape. Sprinkle with parmesan. Bake in a preheated oven (electric: 225°C/ gas: level 4) for 20-25 minutes. Serve garnished with thyme and basil.
Season the aubergines with salt, drain them on kitchen paper and let them cool down. Place the tomato sauce in an ovenproof dish and place the aubergine slices on top in a fan shape. Sprinkle with parmesan. Bake in a preheated oven (electric: 225°C/ gas: level 4) for 20-25 minutes. Serve garnished with thyme and basil. Served with fresh baguette