Ratatouille is a classic French vegetable stew that's both healthy and hearty. This recipe makes 4 servings and has a cook time of approximately 45-50 minutes.
Ingredients:
1 eggplant, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 yellow squash, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tbsp. tomato paste
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer the vegetable mixture to an oven-safe casserole dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Garnish the Ratatouille with fresh chopped basil and serve it hot as a hearty and healthy vegetarian meal.
Enjoy your Ratatouille, a classic French vegetable stew that's packed with delicious flavors and nutrients!