large eggplant, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch long slices • to 20 thin slices,of pepperoni • Italian four cheese blend, cut into strips to equal the number of eggpant slices • salted or unsalted butter, melted • olive oil • granulated garlic • Italian seasoning spice blend • black pepper and salt to taste • red pepper flakes • hot sauce such as Franks brand • romano cheese, grated • chopped fresh parsley •