Melanzane Fritte (Fried Eggplant)

Melanzane Fritte (Fried Eggplant) Adapted from foodnetwork.com, recipe by Mario Battali Makes 6 servings This is a great recipe that you can serve with Tomato Bruschette- grilled bread with tomatoes. It’s great with cocktails or as a light supper with a salad. 1 pound...

Classic Caponata

Adapted from epicurious.com Makes 8 to 10 appetizer servings Caponata is a classic Sicilian appetizer.  You can serve it warm, chilled or at room temperature.  It makes a great appetizer that you can prepare ahead.  Serve it with toasted bread rounds or crackers. 5...

Grilled Eggplant

Adapted from allrecipes.com Makes about 8 small plates This is elegant but easy- little eggplant sandwiches!  They would make the perfect addition to any BBQ.  The Nadia eggplants grill up really nicely! 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds 2 large tomatoes,...

Julia Child’s Ratatouille

Julia Child’s Ratatouille Recipe from Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Volume 1 by Julia Child, Simone Beck and Louisette Bertholle Serves 8 I am really excited to post this recipe, for lots of reasons. Those reasons are because the stand will have eggplant AND...