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"briam" - oven roasted vegetable casserole

(4 ratings)
Recipe by
Maria *
Athens

Briam is a Greek Ratatouille. It is served in the summer as a main course when all the vegetables are available fresh from the garden. Vegetables are baked in a savory tomato sauce and served either as the main meal or as a tasty side dish. This is a traditional recipe. When I make this dish I sometimes omit the eggplant as I'm not a fan. If not fasting and would like extra flavor add some crumbled feta cheese to the dish when serving. Kali Orexi! Have a good appetite!

(4 ratings)
yield 6 -8 depending on appetite
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Convection Oven

Ingredients For "briam" - oven roasted vegetable casserole

  • 2 lb
    eggplant, peeled, cut in egg-sized chunks
  • 2 lb
    zucchini, unpeeled, cut in 1/2 in. round slices
  • 4
    green bell peppers, seeded & cut in chunks
  • 4
    potatoes, peeled & cut in walnut sized pieces
  • 6
    medium sized tomatoes, halved, seeded & grated, skins discarded
  • 3
    medium sized onions, sliced
  • 3
    garlic cloves, finely chopped or minced
  • 1 c
    dry white wine
  • 1/2 c
    olive oil
  • 1/2 c
    fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp
    sugar
  • several fresh basil leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1
    large sausage cut in bite size pieces

How To Make "briam" - oven roasted vegetable casserole

  • 1
    Combine all washed and cut vegetables in a large shallow ovenproof casserole or baking dish. Add dry white wine, olive oil, herbs, salt & pepper. If you like you can add sausage to this recipe, just like I did.
  • Briam with Feta Cheese.
    2
    Bake the briam, stirring occasionaly, in a moderate 315^F (190^ C) oven for about 1 1/2 hours. Or until vegetables are tender. Add a little boiling water if necessary to prevent sticking. Serve hot or at room temperature. Enjoy!
  • 3
    Tip: Feta cheese is a great addition crumbled on top or a slice on the side of the plate. Also don't forget some crusty bread to dip in the delicious savory sauce:)
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