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Aunt Aileen's Ratatouille Recipe

Transport yourself back to heartwarming family gatherings with Aunt Aileen's Ratatouille! This classic recipe, a cherished memory from weekly 'Gramma Day' lunches, is bursting with fresh vegetables and savory Italian sausage. Easily adaptable for one large skillet or individual casseroles, this dish is perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special occasion. Get ready to savor the taste of tradition!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 335.3 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Aileen's Ratatouille

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How to Make Aunt Aileen's Ratatouille

  1. Cook 1 pound Italian sausage links until browned; set aside. Slice into 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in each of two large skillets over medium heat.
  3. Add 1/2 of the following to each skillet: 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 red bell pepper (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped).
  4. Stir-fry vegetables for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Remove one skillet from heat.
  6. Add 1 medium eggplant (cubed) to the remaining skillet and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  7. Return the second skillet to medium heat.
  8. Add 2 medium zucchini (sliced) and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  9. Season the contents of both skillets with 1 bay leaf, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
  10. Add half of the sliced sausage and 1 (28-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained) to each skillet.
  11. Spoon the contents of both skillets into either one large (9x13 inch) oven-safe dish or individual oven-safe ramekins.
  12. Top with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  13. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  14. Serve immediately with crusty French bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

33g

Carbs

5g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy Vegetables Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something