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Shopping Tips
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Smooth and shiny.
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Should feel heavy for its size.
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To test for ripeness lightly press your finger against the skin, if it leaves an imprint the eggplant is ripe.
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Smaller size eggplants tend to be sweeter, thinner skin and less seeds.
Storage
Tips
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Store whole fresh eggplant at room temperature.
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It is best to keep them away from other counter top produce and out of direct sunlight.
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Cook and enjoy within 3 days.
Eggplant Benefits
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High in Antioxidants
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Rich on Vitamin A, and C
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May reduce risk of heat disease
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Can help with weight loss
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Easy to add into your meals
This is the last week of the Plant Based Vegan Summer Recipe Club Series.
Thank you for joining.
I hope you enjoy this series as much as I enjoyed sharing them with you.
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