Summer Staples

The eggplant I'm growing like what their roots are in, apparently. They are bearing prolifically, this plant having five purple orbs at present:

Here's a cool summer treat I put together: one frozen banana cut in small pieces, one 16-oz. tub of silken soft tofu, one avocado, a quarter-cup-plus-some of carob or cacao powder, and a couple tablespoons of maple syrup. Blend until smooth in a food processor with the S-blade. Sliced strawberries and shaved almonds on top. Makes enough for two of these parfait glasses full (don't ask).