Ratatouille

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A traditional French food dish consisting of a variety of vegetables, such as bell peppers, eggplant (aubergines), onions, tomatoes, and zucchini (courgettes), seasoned with garlic and herbs, and simmered in olive oil. The dish is often made with the zucchini baked separately and added later however, variations of vegetables and preparation methods have changed over the years. It is a versatile food that can be served hot, cold, or moderately warm as an appetizer, a main dish, or a snack.

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Ratatouille

Ratatouille is essentally a vegetable stew, and as with most stews, the quantities and proportions are variable. Ratatouille is good served over pasta, rice or couscous; or as a vegetable side dish.

Oven Roasted Ratatouille

Traditional ratatuille requires browning each vegetable separately to develop individual flavors, then combining them for further cooking to blend the flavors. This method, while not necessarily quicker, is less work. Quantities and proportions can be varied to suit personal preferences and seasonal availability. Serves 4 as a vegetarian entrée, more if used as a side dish. Be sure to use shallow pans so the vegetables roast rather than steam.