Ratatouille
Discover the vibrant and comforting world of Ratatouille, a delicious vegetable casserole that beautifully showcases fresh summer produce. This colorful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome option packed with nutrients. It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering flexibility as a main course or side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1–2 Cups Tomato Sauce
- 2 Garlic, cloves, minced
- 3–4 Thyme, sprigs
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes
- 1 Eggplant, thinly sliced
- 1 Yellow Squash, thinly sliced
- 1 Zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
- 2–3 Potatoes, medium size, thinly sliced
- Salt and Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water and par-cook potato slices for 3-4 minutes.
- If using béchamel sauce, whisk melted butter with flour in a saucepan; gradually add warm milk until thickened.
- Spread a layer of tomato sauce mixed with garlic and thyme in a baking dish.
- Layer sliced vegetables over the sauce creatively.
- Cover with parchment paper and bake for 55-60 minutes until tender.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://isabellacooks.com/ratatouille/