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Easy Ratatouille Recipe

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Ingredients

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Easy Ratatouille Recipe

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oildivided

1 onionpeeled, halved and sliced along the lines

1 eggplantcut into 1″ cubes

1 red bell pepperstemmed and chopped in 1″ chunks

1 zucchinicut into 1″ pieces

1 yellow squashcut into 1" pieces

2 cloves garlicminced

14 ounces low sodium diced tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 bay leaf

2 sprigs fresh thymeor 1 teaspoon dried

1 large sprig fresh rosemaryor 1 teaspoon dried

½ tsp sea saltor to taste

¼ tsp black pepperfreshly ground

1 tbsp capersrinsed

¼ cup basilfreshly chopped

Instructions

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add 2 more tablespoons of olive oil to the pan and add the eggplant. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the eggplant has softened.

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and add the peppers and squash. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme and rosemary, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables are the desired level of doneness. Cover the the pot for the first 10 minutes to allow the vegetables to steam, then remove the lid for the remaining cooking time to allow the liquid to evaporate.

Remove from heat and stir in the capers, chopped basil and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cut Vegetables Uniformly 🔪
Slice eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper into consistent 1/4-inch thick rounds to ensure even cooking and a cohesive, professional appearance in your final dish.
Salt Eggplant to Remove Moisture 🍆
Lightly salt eggplant slices 15-20 minutes before cooking and pat dry to remove excess moisture, reducing bitterness and preventing a soggy finished ratatouille.
Build Flavor with Layered Herbs 🌿
Add hardy herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf during cooking, then stir in fresh basil only in the final 2 minutes to maximize aromatic impact without losing delicate flavors.
Caramelize Onions and Garlic First 🧅
Cook diced onions and minced garlic in extra virgin olive oil for 4-5 minutes until golden and fragrant to create a rich flavor base that enhances the entire dish.
Finish with Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil 🫒
Drizzle premium extra virgin olive oil over the finished ratatouille just before serving to add brightness, depth, and authentic French flavor that raw cooking cannot achieve.