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Why I Can't Stop Making Eggplant Omelets, Filipino-Style
The New York Times recipe features tortang talong, a Filipino eggplant omelet staple that can be topped with various ingredients; a canvas for leftovers.
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Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe New York Times has a recipe I can't stop thinking about: tortang talong, a Filipino-style eggplant omelet, a staple of home cooking.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThe Times calls it a canvas, ready to be topped to your liking. I am a painter now.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorWhat's on your canvas?
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorLeftover chili, a hot dog, and whatever is in that yogurt. Saturday brunch, done.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistThe yogurt?
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorMy plan is cleaner. Roast the eggplant, fold it into the egg, and serve it with total serenity.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistSerenity with a hot pan. It'll end in smoke, Vera.
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