Although eggplant parmesan gets a lot of the attention when it comes to fried eggplant dishes, this version using thai eggplants is sure to broaden your horizons. Crispy, crunchy and filled with flavors of ginger, sesame and a touch of spice, it’s a perfect appetizer, side or vegetarian star. The small size is especially nice …
Crispy Eggplant
I was making eggplant parmesan and had a bunch of leftover ‘reject’ eggplant from the discarded ends and sides. I hate seeing food go to waste and so I devised this ‘crispy’ eggplant recipe to use up my leftovers and liven up your generic roasted version.
Eggplant Parmesan
Growing up with Italian heritage eggplant was always a staple. I’m sure we had it at least once a week as a side dish, appetizer, entree. Our kitchen was never short on this deep purple veggie. Although eggplant parmesan is considered a quintessential Italian American dish it was usually reserved for special occasions at our …
Eggplant Boats
Eggplant is an Italian staple. Although eggplant parmesan is the popular recipe, my favorite is a slightly lighter option that my grandmother used to make, eggplant boats. With the option to be vegetarian and loaded with peppers, onions and mushrooms, this recipe lets the vegetable rainbow take center stage rather than covering them up with …
Eggplant Lasagna
Winter is officially here and that means warm, cozy & nostalgic home cooked meals are on the menu. When I’m looking to get cozy on the couch for dinner there’s nothing like a nice plate of lasagna. I love the warm cheesy goodness and the memories it brings back of cooking in the kitchen with …
Ratatouille
I came across ratatouille when I was searching for healthy veggie sides for my weekly meal prep. This dish is full of healthy veggies and most importantly looks beautiful. Perfect side dish if you want to show off your artistic side and bring the wow factor to your local friendsgiving. Ratatouille is a multiple part …
Red Pepper and Rosemary Frittata Eggplant Sandwiches
I think this is one of my best ‘so I’ve got this random stuff in my fridge, what can I make’ recipes. I’d gone a bit produce crazy at my corner veggie stand and needed to make lunches for the week. I had a bunch of peppers, a huge eggplant, some leftover rosemary from a …