World Recipe Ratatouille

Ingredients

 * 1 eggplant, diced into 1-inch chunks
 * 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
 * 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
 * 3 zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch thick
 * 4 tomatoes, cut in 1-inch chunks
 * 1 large onion, chopped
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1/4 cup dry white wine
 * 1/2 lemon
 * 1/4 cup olive oil
 * 1 tsp. dried thyme or 1 Tbsp. fresh, chopped
 * 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped or 1 tsp. dried
 * 2 bay leaves
 * 1 tsp. salt
 * 1 tsp. black pepper

Directions

 * 1) Heat olive oil in a large pot. Saute onions until they are translucent. Add garlic, thyme, basil, salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
 * 2) Cook about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and wine. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 3) Add eggplant, zucchini, red and green peppers.
 * 4) Simmer covered for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally but do not break up the veggies.
 * 5) Chill overnight. Sprinkle with lemon juice and serve hot over white rice.
 * 6) Serve cold, warm, or hot!

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