Roasted Ratatouille Soup With Croque Monsieur

Name: Roasted Ratatouille Soup With Croque Monsieur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: None None FOR THE ROASTED RATATOUILLE SOUP; 1 medium eggplant, chopped; 8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 None yellow pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 None zucchini, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, skin on; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 None red onion, chopped; 4 cups vegetable stock; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp finely chopped basil, plus additional leaves, to serve; None None FOR THE CROQUE MONSIEUR; 8 slices rustic bread; 2 tbsp dijonnaise; 4 slices ham or salami; 4 slices mozzarella or Swiss cheese; 2 tbsp butter, softened

Servings: persons

None None FOR THE ROASTED RATATOUILLE SOUP
1 medium eggplant, chopped
8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
1 None yellow pepper, seeded and chopped
1 None zucchini, chopped
3 cloves garlic, skin on
1/4 cup olive oil
1 None red onion, chopped
4 cups vegetable stock
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tbsp finely chopped basil, plus additional leaves, to serve
None None FOR THE CROQUE MONSIEUR
8 slices rustic bread
2 tbsp dijonnaise
4 slices ham or salami
4 slices mozzarella or Swiss cheese
2 tbsp butter, softened

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Combine eggplant, cherry tomatoes, pepper, zucchini, garlic and 2 tbsp oil in a large bowl. Season to taste. Spread in a single layer on prepared pan. Bake 25-30 mins, until tender and golden.
2
Heat remaining oil in a large saucepan on high heat. Saute onion 3-4 mins, until tender. Squeeze garlic from skins into a small bowl. Mash with a fork and add to onions with baked vegetables.
3
Stir in stock and diced tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, uncovered, 10-15 mins. Season to taste and stir in chopped basil.
4
Meanwhile, for the croque monsieur, spread half the bread slices with diionnaise. Top with ham, mozzarella and remaining bread. Butter outsides of sandwiches. Fry sandwiches 1-2 mins each side, or toast in a sandwich press, until golden and melted.
5
Sprinkle soup with additional basil leaves. Serve with toasted sandwiches.

390

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: None None FOR THE ROASTED RATATOUILLE SOUP, 1 medium eggplant, chopped, 8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved, 1 None yellow pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Roasted Ratatouille Soup With Croque Monsieur falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!