{"product_id":"ratatouille","title":"ratatouille","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 medium eggplant, cubed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 medium zucchini, cubed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 large red bell pepper, seeded and chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 large yellow onion, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cloves garlic, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon dried oregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon dried thyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt and pepper to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are slightly softened, about 8-10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour in crushed tomatoes, oregano, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors have melded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason with additional salt and pepper to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnish with fresh basil before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a richer flavor, roast the eggplant and zucchini in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes before adding to the pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't overcrowd the pot; cook in batches if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRatatouille is even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo serve, a dollop of ricotta cheese adds a lovely creamy element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RolTak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43675902443617,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/0845\/1425\/files\/ratatouille.jpg?v=1771710936","url":"https:\/\/www.pantribot.com\/products\/ratatouille","provider":"PantriBot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}