Ratatouille is a classic French dish that is traditionally made with stewed vegetables, such as eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes. It is a delicious and hearty dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. If you are looking for an easy and convenient way to make ratatouille, then cooking it in a crock pot is a great option. Simply throw all of the ingredients in the crock pot and let it cook on low for 8-10 hours. The result is a flavorful and tender ratatouille that is perfect for a weeknight meal.
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SLOW-COOKER RATATOUILLE
Not only does this classic recipe make a phenomenal side dish, you can also serve it with sliced French bread for a warm and easy appetizer. Try it in the summer with your garden-fresh vegetables. -Jolene Walters, North Miami, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 3h20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., Stir in the tomatoes, zucchini, onions, green and yellow peppers, olives, tomato paste, basil, garlic, pepper and remaining salt. Drizzle with oil. Cover and cook on high until vegetables are tender, 3-4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
RATATOUILLE IN THE CROCK POT
Hello Vegetarians...here's a crock pot recipe for you. I love ratatouille because it's so versatile and can be used to make a killer pizza, great on pasta or as part of a casserole with chicken and cheese, or how about ratatouille lasagna? I guess I'd better stop brainstorming and write down these recipes to post too!
Provided by Geema
Categories Stew
Time 9h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Layer half the vegetables in a large crock pot in the following order: onion, eggplant, zucchini, garlic, green peppers, tomatoes.
- Next sprinkle half the basil, oregano, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper on the veggies.
- Dot with half of the tomato paste.
- Repeat layering process with remaining vegetables, spices and tomato paste.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 9 hours.
- Place in serving bowl and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Refrigerate to store.
- May freeze up to 6 weeks.
SLOW COOKER RATATOUILLE
Make up a batch of this slow-cooked ratatouille and freeze for easy midweek meals when you're busy. Packed with nutrients, it also delivers four of your 5-a-day
Provided by Liberty Mendez
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 6h30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the onion for 8 mins until translucent. Add the garlic and fry for 1 min. Turn the heat to medium-high, add the aubergines and fry for 5 mins until golden. Stir in the courgettes and peppers and fry for 5 mins more until slightly soft. Add the tomato purée, fresh tomatoes, herbs, canned tomatoes, vinegar, sugar and 1 tsp salt and bring to the boil.
- Transfer to the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until everything is soft and the sauce has thickened. Season, scatter over some extra basil, and serve with sourdough, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
RATATOUILLE (CROCK POT)
Make a whole meal out of the French Vegetarian Classic while it is warm or offer it chilled as a salad course. Serve with a crusty bread and top with feta cheese, if desired. From the Best Slow Cooker Cookbook Ever.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Stew
Time 3h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle the eggplant with salt; let stand in a colander 1/2- 1 hour to drain.
- Press out excess moisture.
- Rinse the eggplant with water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place the eggplant in crock pot.
- Add onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, olive oil, basil, garlic, pepper and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Mix well.
- Cover and cook on high setting about 3 hours or until the vegetables are tender but still hold their shape.
- Stir in the tomato paste, olives, and the fresh basil.
- Serve hot, room temperature or chilled.
RATATOUILLE IN THE SLOW COOKER
This slow cooker ratatouille is easy and flavorful! You can also add green bell peppers or mushrooms if desired.
Provided by charlottedab
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 4h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine zucchini, eggplant, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano together in a slow cooker. Cover.
- Cook on High heat until vegetables are tender and cooked down, about 4 hours, or on Low heat for about 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 13.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 850.2 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
SLOW-COOKED RATATOUILLE
I get my son to eat eggplant by cooking low and slow on this classic French veggie dish. A side of rice and garlic cheese bread also help. -Diane Goedde, Red Lodge, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 5h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss. Let stand 45 minutes. Rinse and drain well; blot dry with paper towels., Place eggplant and remaining vegetables in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add oil, dried basil, garlic, pepper and remaining salt; toss to combine., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until onions are tender. Stir in tomato paste, olives and fresh basil; heat through., Freeze option: Freeze cooled ratatouille in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful vegetables. This will ensure that your ratatouille has the best possible flavor.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the slow cooker. If you do, the vegetables will not cook evenly.
- Cook the ratatouille on low heat for at least 8 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
- Serve the ratatouille hot or cold. It is delicious either way.
Conclusion:
Ratatouille is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up summer vegetables, and it is also a healthy and nutritious meal. Whether you are making it in a slow cooker or on the stovetop, ratatouille is sure to be a hit.
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