Saucy Ratatouille

Enjoy our simple yet elegant ratatouille recipe, perfectly crafted for the 48oz BounceBox. This classic French dish is a delightful medley of fresh vegetables layered in a rich tomato sauce, all baked to tender perfection. The BounceBox not only makes preparation and baking a breeze! Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this ratatouille is sure to impress.

Ingredients:

• 3 roma tomatoes, sliced
• 1 large zucchini, sliced
• 1 small eggplant, sliced
• 1 onion, cut into thin rings
• 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
• 1 onion, chopped (for the sauce)
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil, divided

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.

2. Stir in the pressed garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

3. Add the crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce, sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt, basil, thyme, oregano, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce on low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly across the bottom of the 48oz BounceBox.

5. Arrange the sliced vegetables (roma tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, and onion rings) on top of the sauce in a circular pattern, alternating slices for a colorful display.

6. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the arranged vegetables. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on top for added flavor.

7. Cover the BounceBox with foil, and bake the ratatouille in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

8. Allow the ratatouille to cool slightly before serving directly from the BounceBox. Store any leftovers in your BounceBox too!