Roasted Ratatouille
with Orzo & Herby Breadcrumbs
For a robust version of iconic ratatouille, we roast the typical medley of vegetables until jammy and caramelized. This softens and concentrates the flavors of silky eggplant, sweet bell peppers, mild zucchini, and sweet, juicy tomatoes. Tender orzo pasta and toasted breadcrumbs seasoned with earthy, floral herbs de Provençe round out this cozy winter dinner.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp herbs de Provence (divided)
- 2 oz sliced leeks
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
- 1 zucchini, trimmed and chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, trimmed, deseeded and chopped
- 1 eggplant, trimmed and chopped
- 13.7 oz crushed tomatoes
- 4 oz orzo pasta
- 1 tbsp Champagne vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil*
- Salt*
- Pepper*
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INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer breadcrumbs to medium bowl and stir in just 1 tsp herbs de Provence and a pinch of salt. Set aside and wipe saucepan clean. (4-servings: use 2 tbsp olive oil)
Combine leeks, garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, eggplant, remaining herbs de Provence, 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, and a pinch of pepper on baking sheet and toss to coat. Roast vegetables for 15 min. Stir in crushed tomatoes and continue to roast until vegetables are tender and tomatoes are jammy, 15 to 20 minutes. (4-servings: use 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt)
Meanwhile, in same saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, drain pasta, and return to pot, off heat. (4-servings: reserve ½ cup pasta water)
Carefully transfer roasted ratatouille to saucepan with orzo and stir in vinegar and reserved pasta water. Divide ratatouille between serving bowls, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and serve. Bon appétit!
For 4-servings, use large pot and 2 baking sheets for roasted veggies.
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