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Ratatouille

Heartwarming Ratatouille Casserole for Cozy Nights In

This Ratatouille Casserole offers a delightful blend of roasted vegetables, creamy Béchamel, and hearty red potatoes, making it a perfect comforting dish for any cozy night.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 jar Tomato Basil Sauce Use good quality sauce for a rich base flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 sprigs Thyme can substitute with dried thyme
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Eggplant thinly sliced
  • 2 medium Zucchini thinly sliced
  • 2 medium Yellow Squash thinly sliced
  • 4 medium Red Potatoes thinly sliced, par-cook them
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper thinly sliced
For the Béchamel
  • 2 cups Béchamel Sauce made with 2% or whole milk, or substitute with almond/coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for drizzling
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg use sparingly
Seasonings
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Mandoline slicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the red potatoes by placing them in a pot of boiling water for 3-4 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour to make a roux then add 2 cups of warm milk gradually, whisking until thickened.
  3. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish and layer the bottom with tomato basil sauce, then sprinkle with minced garlic and thyme, and drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Drizzle the prepared Béchamel sauce over the tomato sauce layer and swirl it slightly with a spatula.
  5. Layer the thinly sliced eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell pepper in a spiral pattern over the Béchamel, drizzling olive oil and seasoning between layers.
  6. Cover the dish with parchment paper and bake for 55-60 minutes until vegetables are tender and bubbling.
  7. Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving, ideally accompanied by crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a vegan version, omit the Béchamel or use dairy-free alternatives. Ensure even slices for consistent cooking.

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