Scrumptious Southern Ratatouille Recipe

Name: Scrumptious Southern Ratatouille
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 splashes slices thick cut bacon; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 long slender eggplant such as Japanese or Machiaw, sliced thick, tossed in salt for a few minutes then rinsed; 1 zucchini or similar squash such as Mediterranean or Gold Bar, cubed; 6 small tender okra, sliced thick; 2 large, ripe, heirloom tomatoes, quartered; 2 sprigs thyme, stripped; 4 leaves purple basil, sliced thin, plus more for garnish; 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar; 4 eggs; 1 handful Parmesan cheese; sliced french bread for dipping

Servings: persons

2 splashes slices thick cut bacon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 long slender eggplant such as Japanese or Machiaw, sliced thick, tossed in salt for a few minutes then rinsed
1 zucchini or similar squash such as Mediterranean or Gold Bar, cubed
6 small tender okra, sliced thick
2 large, ripe, heirloom tomatoes, quartered
2 sprigs thyme, stripped
4 leaves purple basil, sliced thin, plus more for garnish
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
4 eggs
1 handful Parmesan cheese
sliced french bread for dipping

1
In a medium skillet, cook the bacon on medium high heat, and then drain on paper towels. Once cooled, loosely chop.
2
To the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and saute the garlic for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and translucent on medium heat.
3
To the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and add the eggplant.
4
Once eggplant starts to soften, add the zucchini or squash of choice than the okra. Saute the vegetables for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Once the vegetables are cooked but still tender, add the bacon, tomatoes, sherry vinegar, basil and thyme. Turn the heat up to let the tomatoes melt and form a thin sauce. Cook for a few minutes until sauce has reduced a bit.
6
Set ratatouille aside and fry 4 eggs, preferably over easy and in some bacon fat or butter.
7
Divide the ratatouille between two large plates. Top each with the fried eggs and garnish with Parmesan shavings and fresh basil.
8
Serve with sliced French bread.

669

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 splashes slices thick cut bacon, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 1 long slender eggplant such as Japanese or Machiaw, sliced thick, tossed in salt for a few minutes then rinsed, and more.

Yes, Scrumptious Southern Ratatouille falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Scrumptious Southern Ratatouille

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