Torre Melanzana

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  1. jbest123

    jbest123 In Flower

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    Some people think eggplant is bitter, and it is, if you don't know how to prepare it. There are two ways to remove the bitter juices, depending what is being made. This dish is sliced eggplant, egg battered and simmered in oil. Alternate layers of eggplant and mozzarella (fresh or otherwise) are stacked then baked. On top is fresh bruschetta made from fresh tomatoes, red peppers pickled from last year, chopped garlic, olive oil, and fresh basil.


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  2. mart

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    Beautiful dish. I love eggplant and have never found them to be bitter.
     
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    waretrop Strong Ash Plants Contributor

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    How did I miss this topic??? That looks so good. I am going to make that on the weekend. Thank you.
     
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    Yum!!
     



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    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    My husband makes moussaka with eggplant and it's delicious. :-D
     
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    Jewell Incorrigible Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Yummy, best looking dish I've seen of late. When's lunch?
     
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    Frank GardenStew Founder Staff Member Administrator

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    This looks delicious John. I love bitter food too though :)
     
  8. Ronni

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    Oh yum! This looks good enough to eat! ;)

    Yeah, OK so that was pretty lame....but what do you expect when I've only had a couple sips of coffee? 8)
     
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    I love eggplant especially eggplant parmasean
     
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    Love eggplant.
     

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