Best 2 Garden Ratatouille Recipes

Searching for a garden-fresh dish that captures the essence of summer's bounty? Look no further than the iconic ratatouille, a vibrant French stew that transforms humble garden vegetables into a culinary masterpiece. This Provençal classic, pronounced [rat-a-too-ee], originated in the sun-drenched region of France, where sun-kissed eggplants, tomatoes, zucchini, and peppers reach their peak of flavor. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this guide will provide you with everything you need to create a delectable ratatouille that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Provence.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED GARDEN RATATOUILLE

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Eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms, and tomatoes are baked with fresh herbs and chicken breasts, then topped with shredded cheese for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Provided by Kraft

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Kraft Natural Shredded Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup sliced onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small eggplant, trimmed, cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 zucchini, trimmed, cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 cup cremini mushrooms, quartered
6 plum tomato (blank)s plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 ½ cups KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1 (12 ounce) loaf rustic white bread, sliced

Steps:

Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
Cook chicken in large nonstick ovenproof skillet on medium heat 4 min. on each side or until each breast is lightly browned on both sides. Remove from skillet; set aside.
Add oil, onions and garlic to skillet; cook and stir 2 min. Stir in remaining vegetables, 1 Tbsp. parsley, rosemary and thyme; cook and stir 4 min. Top with chicken.
Bake 15 min. or until chicken is done (165 degrees F). Top with cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 39.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 594.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

GARDEN RATATOUILLE

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Looking for a French-style side dish recipe? Then check out this vegetable mix that's made easily in a skillet, in just 25 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 cups 1/2-inch cubes eggplant (1 lb)
1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 cup)
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 medium green bell pepper, cut into strips
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium very ripe tomatoes, cut into eighths
Olive oil if desired

Steps:

In 10-inch skillet, cook all ingredients except tomatoes over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender; remove from heat.
Stir in tomatoes. (For added flavor, drizzle with about 2 tablespoons olive oil, if desired.) Cover and let stand 2 to 3 minutes until tomatoes are warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe vegetables for the best flavor.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
Sauté the vegetables over medium heat until they are softened but still have a bit of a bite.
Add the tomatoes and herbs and simmer until the sauce has thickened.
Serve the ratatouille hot or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Ratatouille is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its vibrant colors and flavors, ratatouille is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Here are some additional tips for making ratatouille:

If you don't have time to make the ratatouille from scratch, you can use a jarred or canned tomato sauce.
You can also add other vegetables to the ratatouille, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or eggplant.
Ratatouille can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve it.
Serve ratatouille with a crusty baguette or rice.