It isn’t only what you put into things that matters. It’s also what you leave out. Sample this Eggplant Lasagna to see how wonderful this simple, noodle-less recipe comes together. Eggplant Lasagna – Hold the Noodles 3 small or medium eggplants, sliced 1/2” thick, tips discarded sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 10 oz…
Sicilian Eggplant – Stuffed with Meat or Vegetables
I love a good shortcut. But I really cherish the spectacular taste of real, honest to goodness, just gathered the ingredients at the outdoor market food. Thanks to my co-worker, the wonderful cook, Sofia Di Guglielmo, we can all savour Stuffed Sicilian Eggplant. Begin by preparing this Simple Tomato Sauce. You will have more sauce than…
Spicy Roasted Eggplant – Reality Check
There are days when my brain is so addled that I forget if I’ve already brushed my teeth. If I’m still home, I can check the toothbrush to see if it’s wet. Have I taken my calcium pills? I can check the docette. There are usually pills lingering that I had forgotten in their convenient…
Eggplant Carpaccio – On Cloud Nine
This dish, inspired by ‘The Book of New Israeli Food’ by Janna Gur, is dedicated to my brother-in-law Maury, whose eyes lit up with delight as it was served to us on our trip to Israel. In the cookbook the recipe is credited to Yaron Kestenbaum, Food Art Catering, Tel Aviv. This is the first…