Ratatouille
Ingredients
1
eggplant
1
tsp
salt
2-3
Tbsps
olive oil
4
cloves
garlic
coarsely chopped
1
medium onion
halved and thinly sliced
2
14.5 oz cans
diced tomatoes
with juice
1-1 1/2
cups
bell pepper
cut in 1-inch pieces
1/2
cup
fresh basil
coarsely chopped
1/4
tsp
black pepper
dried oregano
to taste
3
zucchinis
halved lengthwise then sliced
Parmasean cheese
to taste
Instructions
Peel eggplant and cut in 1-inch cubes; put in a colander and sprinkle with the salt. Let stand in the sink for about 20 to 30 minutes to drain.
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is tender. Add the tomatoes, bell peppers, basil, pepper, and oregano.
Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
Add zucchini and eggplant; cover and continue simmering for 10 to 15 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Taste and add salt, if needed.
Serve with fresh shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.