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To prepare the Garlic Creme Fraiche, combine the cream and lowfat sour cream in a small bowl and whisk together.
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Cover and let stand overnight at room temperature.
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To prepare the crepes, place the flour, lowfat milk, and Large eggs in a blender and puree till smooth.
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Add in the garlic, melted butter, and salt and puree again.
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Heat a few drops of the extra virgin olive oil in an 8-inch nonstick saute/fry pan over high heat.
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Add in about 2 Tbsp.
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of crepe batter, or possibly just sufficient to coat the bottom of the pan.
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Swirl the pan to proportionately coat the bottom with the crepe batter.
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Cook till the crepe is golden, 2 to 3 min.
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Turn the crepe with a spatula and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Remove the crepe from the pan and set aside on a plate.
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Re-oil the pan and repeat with the remaining batter.
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To prepare the ratatouille, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saute/fry pan over high heat till very warm.
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Add in the garlic and onion and saute/fry till fragrant, about 2 min.
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Add in the eggplant and cook for about 3 min to sear, then turn and cook for another 3 min.
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Add in the mushrooms, squash, zucchini, and tomatoes, and saute/fry for about 2 min.
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Add in the bell peppers, poblanos, and tomato paste and stir to mix well.
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Add in the basil and cilantro and cook for 3 to 4 min.
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Season to taste with the salt and pepper.
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Keep hot till ready to serve.
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To finish the Garlic Creme Fraiche, add in the garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper and mix well.
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Place in the refrigerator to refrigeratecompletely before using, 1 to 2 hrs.
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When the creme fraiche is chilled, prepare the purses.
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Lay the crepes on a work surface.
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Divide the ratatouille proportionately among them, placing it in the center of each one.
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Soak the chives in a bowl of very warm water for about 1 min.
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Using your fingers, lift the sides of the crepes and gently tie them with a chive just above the filled bundle.
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Place 1 purse on each plate.
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Drizzle with the creme fraiche and serve hot or possibly at room temperature.
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