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Ratatouille

 Ratatouille is a traditional French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice. This dish is a celebration of summer vegetables and is perfect as a side, main dish, or a topping over grilled bread. Ingredients: 1 eggplant, cut into rounds 2 zucchinis, sliced 2 yellow squash, sliced 2 bell peppers (one red, one yellow), julienned 3 tomatoes, sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon rosemary Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Instructions: Prepare the Vegetables : Slice the eggplant, zucchinis, yellow squash, and tomatoes into approximately the same size rounds. Julienne the bell peppers and slice the onion. Sauté Aromatics : In a large pan or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, cooking until they are soft and translucent. Layer the Vegetables : Add a layer of eggplant to the bottom, then layer on zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Sprinkle with s...