A Nostalgic Eggplant Parmesan Recipe Perfect for August
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Phoebe Moore (L&L Recipe Developer)
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Summary
The article shares a personal favorite eggplant Parmesan recipe, passed down from the author's mother, which is a crowd-pleaser during August when eggplants are in peak season. The dish is described as saucy, cheesy, and nostalgic, evoking childhood memories.
Key quotes
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Everyone goes crazy for corn and tomatoes in August, but there’s one unsung veggie that’s at its peak right now too… Eggplant!
Smelling the rich, cheesy aroma as she pulled it out of the oven, digging in—it brings back all the memories I have of her eggplant Parmesan as a kid.
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