Richard’s Famous Stovetop Ratatouille
Make it with:
Richard's Famous Original Garlic Salt and
Richard's Famous Nonnie's Kitchen Italian Seasoning
Fresh garden vegetables simmer gently in their own delicious broth, creating a colorful, wholesome dish bursting with Italian flavor. Finished with Parmesan cheese and our handcrafted seasonings, this easy ratatouille makes a wonderful side dish or a satisfying topping for hot pasta. It's a delicious way to eat more vegetables!
Serves 4
Ingredients
2 medium zucchini, cut into rustic chunks
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into rustic chunks
1 large onion, cut into chunks
2 sweet bell peppers, if desired, cut into chunks
4 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 cup water, plus more as needed
1 large handful baby spinach, if desired
½ tsp. Richard's Famous Nonnie's Kitchen Italian Seasoning
¼ tsp. Richard's Famous Original Garlic Salt or to taste
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
1 T. extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Directions
In a large saucepan, Dutch oven, or wok, combine the zucchini, summer squash, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, and 1 cup of water.
Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Add additional water as needed to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
Once the vegetables begin to soften, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and continue cooking for about 15 minutes, checking occasionally to be sure there is still a little liquid in the pan.
When the vegetables are almost tender, stir in the baby spinach, Richard's Famous Nonnie's Kitchen Italian Seasoning, Richard's Famous Original Garlic Salt, and a generous sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted and the vegetables are perfectly tender.
If desired, stir in the extra virgin olive oil just before serving for added richness.
Serve warm as a flavorful vegetable side dish, or spoon over hot pasta for an easy meatless meal.
Fred's Tip: Ratatouille tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to mingle—if there are any leftovers!