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We all love good old eggplant parm, but this nightshade veggie is much more versatile. Here are five sensational summer recipes.

Grilled and Glazed
The char of the grill brings out the smoky sweetness of this veggie – perfect with savory and tangy hoisin sauce.

Recipe: Food Network Magazine’s Hoisin Eggplant (pictured above)

Roasted and Pureed
Roast until tender and puree into an eggplant “hummus” of sorts.

Recipe: Roasted Eggplant Spread

Sautéed and Spiced
Cubes of eggplant will set your taste buds ablaze when cooked with vinegar, capers, raisins and oregano.

Recipe: Eggplant Caponata

Grilled and Stacked
This show-stopping salad is as tasty as it is gorgeous.

Recipe: Grilled Ratatouille Salad

Stir Fried and Succulent
Stir-fried and simply fabulous – you won’t find this dish on a take-out menu.

Recipe: Stir-Fried Eggplant

Tell Us: What’s your favorite summer time eggplant recipe?