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Ratatouille
Aubergine, courgette and peppers cooked down slowly in tomato and herbs.
55 min Serves 4
Method
- 1
Brown the aubergine in olive oil in batches and set aside, then do the same with courgette and peppers.
- 2
Soften the onion and garlic in the same pan.
- 3
Add tomatoes and herbs and simmer 10 minutes.
- 4
Return all the vegetables and cook uncovered on low for 25 minutes.
- 5
Finish with basil and good olive oil. Better the next day.
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