Ratatouille

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 med eggplant, chopped
• 2 med zucchini, chopped
• 1 can (15oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 3-4 cloves garlic, diced
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté the onions in the olive oil.
2. Add the eggplant and zucchini and continue to cook stirring occasionally.
3. When the eggplant begins to soften add the rest of the ingredients.
4. Cover and allow to simmer until all of the eggplant and zucchini is soft, 1-2 hours.
5. Serve hot or cold. Good with cheese.

Theory of the Dish

To me Ratatouille is a mixture of eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes, flavored with onions, garlic, and Italian spices. Quantities and details may vary. This dish keeps well, it is even better the second day.