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Ratatouille: A Classic French Vegetable Stew

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This Ratatouille recipe is a classic French vegetable stew that showcases the best of summer’s bounty. A mix of eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, all cooked with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs, makes for a savory and satisfying dish. Topped with Parmesan cheese, it’s perfect as a side or a vegetarian main course, bringing vibrant flavors to any meal.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course, Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 eggplant, cut into ½-inch cubes

2 teaspoons dried parsley

Salt, to taste

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 zucchini, sliced

2 large tomatoes, chopped

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

1 large onion, sliced into rings

1 green or red bell pepper, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat the bottom and sides of a 1 ½-quart casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Cook the Eggplant: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Add the eggplant and dried parsley, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is tender and soft, about 10 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

Layer the Vegetables: Spread the cooked eggplant mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with a few tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Layer the zucchini slices evenly over the eggplant, lightly salt, and sprinkle with more cheese. Continue layering with the chopped tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, onion rings, and sliced bell pepper, salting and sprinkling cheese with each layer.

Bake the Ratatouille: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Add Protein: You can add cooked chicken, sausage, or tofu between the vegetable layers for a heartier meal.

Herbs: Fresh basil, thyme, or rosemary can enhance the flavors further.

Use Different Veggies: Experiment with yellow squash or carrots to change up the flavor profile.

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