Name: Authentic French Ratatouille: A Classic Vegetable Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the bottom of a large baking dish. Evenly scatter the sliced onions and minced garlic over the bottom.
3
Arrange the eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, and tomatoes vertically in alternating layers, creating a spiral or row pattern.
4
Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the vegetables. Sprinkle with thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
7
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Authentic French Ratatouille: A Classic Vegetable Casserole

Instructions

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