Delicious Ratatouille ~ A Summer Vegetable Harvest

Ratatouille, is it French or Italian? Technically it's a French dish but you've tried it and said 'That's Italian!', then you're right too! Ratatouille first originated in Nice which is present day France but long ago used to be Italian territory. South of France & Italy share many of the same food staples. Maybe that's why both environments are both equally amazing, beautiful, and jaw-dropping gorgeous? Makes sense! 

Ratatouille used to be a peasant dish made by Farmer's summer Vegetable Harvest. Now it is a world wide beloved French dish with nearly as much a following as the French Bread. Be sure to serve delicious Ratatouille traditionally over Polenta or Pasta, fresh bread, and a glass of robust French Red. Try serving Ratatouille over Spaghetti Squash for a low Carb option or À la carte. Very satisfying!

There are many ways to prepare Ratatouille. In the past Ratatouille didn't contain aubergine or Eggplant but most modern recipes include delicious Eggplant. This is our easy & delicious go-to recipe! Bon Appetit!

Ratatouille 

What you'll need:

• 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small eggplant
• 1-28oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 fresh tomatoes, cut in chunks
• 2 tablespoons of dry Vegan red wine
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the onion is transparent.  
2. Add the eggplant, crushed tomatoes, basil, marjoram and oregano.
3. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. 
4. Add the zucchini and peppers and cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Add fresh tomatoes, wine, salt and pepper and simmer for another 10 minutes or so, until all the vegetables are tender. 
6. Stir in the fresh parsley and serve! 

Serves 6.