Ratatouille

• servings: SERVES 4

Ingredients

1 medium red onion, peeled and diced

1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced

1 medium eggplant, about 1 pound, stemmed and

1 small zucchini, diced

4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

½ cup chopped basil

1 large tomato, diced

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Place the onion in a medium saucepan and sauté over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Add water 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time to keep the onion from sticking to the pan. Add the red pepper, eggplant, zucchini, and garlic. Cook, covered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the basil and tomato and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Add a grain as a base