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Recipe: Crisp Fried Eggplant with Parsley Sauce

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Christy

If you’re been reading this blog for awhile, you’ll have noticed by now that Rose Elliot is one of my favorite cookbook authors. She excels at combining minimal ingredients for maximum flavor. With its promise of “30 minutes or less,” … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Eggplant Stir-fry with Green Beans and Cashews

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Christy

It’s eggplant time, so it’s time to decide which side you’re on: love it or hate it. If you’re at all squeamish about the texture of eggplant (like yours truly) you’ll want to try this recipe that does an excellent … Continue reading →

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Eggplant Parmigiana – Under the Tuscan Sun Style

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Christy

I’ll admit it.  I’ve never made eggplant parmigiana.  I ate it growing up; as a picky eater it was probably the only way I’d ever eat eggplant.  So leave it to a gardenerd to grow eggplant and not know what to do with the finished result.  Until now.

I’ve been hoarding a copy of Frances Mayes Bringing Tuscany Home  for a few years now, just waiting for the perfect moment to strike, when I felt confident enough to try making what I thought would be a daunting recipe. The torn piece of paper marking the page was nearly withered …
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