Peperonata (Sauteed Sweet Peppers) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Ingredients - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 large onion - 2 cloves garlic, or more if preferred - 2 red bell peppers, medium size - 2 yellow bell peppers, medium size - 1 green bell pepper, medium size - 2 cups chopped tomato with juice, fresh or canned - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs - basil, oregano, or parsley (or a mixture) - salt and pepper    This colorful creation can be served as a side dish, as a pizza topping, over pasta or polenta, in an omelet - let your creativity be your guide. Make this when the garden or the market is loaded with peppers. Freeze any extra.	1

	Directions Chop onion finely, slice garlic and cut peppers into strips or dice, as preferred. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add onions, salt and pepper lightly, and saute 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and peppers, cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and herbs (save a few bits of herbs for garnish, if desired), cover and simmer until peppers are very soft; 15 - 20 minutes. Remove lid, raise heat and cook until any excess liquid has evaporated. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or room temperature.	2