Because of its sponge-like texture, eggplant is perfect for absorbing spices and seasonings. It provides fiber, potassium, ...

It’s hard to imagine my late summer kitchen without eggplant. Strolling the farmers markets, I can’t hold back and pile my basket with eggplant in all shapes and sizes — black, thin and footlong; ...

Seitan (pronounced SAY-tan), a hearty meat substitute made from wheat gluten, is widely used in Asian stir-fries and soups as a protein-rich addition. Like tofu, it has a mild taste that readily ...

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Cut the eggplant into 1-inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and set aside for 20 minutes (the eggplant will sweat out any bitterness). Pat dry. Now cut the eggplant slices into ...

Cook ziti according to package directions; drain well and set aside. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat until hot, but not smoking. Sprinkle eggplant lightly with salt and ...

This morning while driving along a rural road near St. Martinville, I noticed another sure sign that summer is upon us. On the side of the road, a youngster dressed in jeans and a T-shirt was setting ...

Eggplant is one of those vegetables that people tend to love or hate. Some people don't enjoy the texture, while others will gladly eat it roasted, fried, or grilled, as well as in recipes like ...

If you’re not a fan of eggplant, I could see these flavors working well with zucchini, cauliflower, firm or extra-firm tofu, chicken or pork.

Few duos make your taste buds sing like the combination of eggplant and tomatoes. Well, there’s okra and tomatoes, but that combo deserves its own column. There are plenty of baskets of deep purple ...