1largeeggplant1 lb, cut into 1⁄2-inch cubes (4 cups)
1largeonionchopped (1 cup)
1mediumgreen bell pepperchopped (1 cup)
1clovegarlicfinely chopped
½cupsliced zucchini
3teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonchopped fresh or 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
¼teaspoon salt
1can 15.5 oz great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1can 14.5 oz whole peeled tomatoes, undrained
1can 8 oz tomato sauce
Instructies
In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
Add eggplant, onion, bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Stir in remaining ingredients, breaking up tomatoes.
Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
Simmer uncovered 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is tender.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
From the Provence region of France, the popular dish of ratatouille is often served as a side dish or appetizer. The flavors typical of this dish include eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, olive oil and garlic, all of which are found in this savory chili version.