Vegetables

Eggplant: when it's in season and what to cook

Eggplant is usually at its best from July to September across much of the US.

July, August, September

How to pick it

Pick firm eggplant with glossy skin that springs back when pressed lightly.

How to keep it

Eggplant does not like the cold: keep it in a cool spot and cook within a few days.

Months are when each item is usually at its best across much of the US. Seasons start earlier in warm places and later in cool ones, and they shift from year to year, so your local farm stand or market is the best guide.

Recipes with eggplant

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