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Roasted Eggplant Spread

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 cups eggplant cut into 2-inch pieces. Do not peel. 1 poblano pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces 6 cloves of garlic, peeled but left whole 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 cup chopped basil 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes [...]

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Eggplant and Tomato Bruschetta

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Adapted from Gourmet Ingredients 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, seeded 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1 large or 2–3 smaller eggplants, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon red wine 2–3 slices crusty Italian bread Salt and pepper to taste Parmesan or goat cheese (optional) Preparation Heat a [...]

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Red Eggplant and the Fainting Imam

The red-orange orb in our east coast TakeHome cases this week may make your brain think “tomato” and your hands think “eggplant.” The psychology of color is fascinating. A study by psychologists at the University of Rochester found that red is an aphrodisiac color. By the way, what did you pick out of the box [...]

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Fusilli Pasta with Chard and Eggplant

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1/2 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1  1/2 cups eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces One bunch chard, coarse part of stems removed, leaves well rinsed and coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped or torn basil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 pound fusilli [...]

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Grilled Eggplant, Zucchini, and Mushroom Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS Basil vinaigrette: 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup basil, loosely packed 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Vegetable suggestions: 1 large globe eggplant, cap removed and sliced in half lengthwise 2 zucchini, caps [...]

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Roasted Eggplant with Feta and Tomatoes

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Adapted from Bon Appétit Ingredients 1 eggplant, washed, peeled, and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 pint cherry tomatoes, washed and halved 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano 1/2 cup feta cheese Salt and pepper to taste Preparation Preheat oven to 450˚F. In a medium-sized bowl, toss the eggplant [...]

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Honey Glazed Vegetables

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Adapted from www.leekrecipes.org INGREDIENTS 1/4-cup honey 1/4-cup olive oil 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed Salt and Pepper to taste 3-4 sprigs of thyme, leaves only 1 medium onion 1 medium eggplant 3-4 squash PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400 F. Peel the onion and chop into thick slices. Wash and trim the [...]

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Pasta with Spicy Eggplant, Tomato, and Basil

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Adapted from Gourmet INGREDIENTS 2 eggplants, ends removed, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 onion, peeled and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil 32-ounce can diced or strained tomatoes 1-2 Jimmy Nardello peppers, cored, seeds removed and finely diced 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 pound penne or rigatoni pasta [...]

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Eggplant Caponata

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Adapted from Amis Restaurant, Philadelphia Ingredients 1/2-cup canola oil plus 2 tablespoons 2 medium-sized eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 10 cups) 1/2 medium-sized fennel bulb, diced 1/4 medium-sized red onion, diced (about ½ cup) 1 small garlic clove, peeled and minced 1/4-cup fresh tomatillos (diced and cooked) or canned diced tomatoes 2 [...]

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Roasted Eggplant Soup

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Adapted from Bon Appétit INGREDIENTS 1 large eggplant, halved lengthwise 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and coarsely chopped 1 yam, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala curry powder 1 teaspoon dried coriander 1 teaspoon [...]

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