French Ratatouille

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and dice the eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes into uniform pieces.

2. 2

   Peel and finely chop the onions and garlic.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the onions and garlic to the pan and sauté until the onions are translucent.

5. 5

   Add the diced eggplant to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Add the zucchini and bell peppers to the pan and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the tomatoes to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.

8. 8

   Cover the pan and let the vegetables simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Remove the lid and let the ratatouille cook for another 10 minutes to allow excess liquid to evaporate.

10. 10

    Stir in the fresh basil just before serving.

11. 11

    Serve hot as a main dish or a side dish.