How do I give a gourmet twist to french ratatouille?

Elevate your cooking skills and impress your guests with our gourmet take on the classic French Ratatouille! A medley of flavors that will leave you craving more.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I give a gourmet twist to French Ratatouille. Items include: Eggplant Zucchini Red Bell Pepper Yellow Bell Pepper Red Onion Olive Oil Salt Pepper Dried Herbs Garlic Diced Tomatoes Tomato Paste Sugar Balsamic Vinegar Red Pepper Flakes Parmesan Cheese Fresh Basil Leaves

Eggplant 1 large
Zucchini 2 medium
Red Bell Pepper 1
Yellow Bell Pepper 1
Red Onion 1
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Dried Herbs pinch
Garlic 4 cloves
Diced Tomatoes 1 can
Tomato Paste 2 tablespoons
Sugar 1 teaspoon
Balsamic Vinegar 1 teaspoon
Red Pepper Flakes pinch
Parmesan Cheese 1/4 cup
Fresh Basil Leaves handful

Take note
Be careful while handling sharp knives and hot ingredients.

1

Prepare the Vegetables

Wash and slice 1 large eggplant, 2 medium zucchinis, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 1 red onion. Keep the slices about the same thickness to ensure even cooking.

2

Roast the Vegetables

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the vegetable slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried herbs. Roast for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender and lightly golden.

3

Make the Gourmet Sauce

In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add 1 can of diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.

4

Combine and Simmer

In a large oven-safe skillet, layer the roasted vegetables and pour the gourmet sauce over them. Gently toss to coat the vegetables evenly. Place the skillet over low heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

5

Add the Finishing Touch

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and a handful of fresh basil leaves over the ratatouille. Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

6

Serve and Enjoy

Transfer the gourmet ratatouille to a serving dish and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve hot as a side dish or over crusty bread as a main course. Enjoy the explosion of flavors!