"Learn how to make the best French ratatouille with this foolproof recipe! The trick is to roast the vegetables, then add them to a simmering tomato sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds ripe red tomatoes (6 medium or 4 large)
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1 medium eggplant (1 pound), diced into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 large red, orange, or yellow bell pepper (about 8 ounces), cut into 3/4-inch squares
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1 medium-to-large zucchini (about 8 ounces), diced into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 large yellow squash (about 8 ounces), diced into 1/2-inch cubes
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5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided, more to taste
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, more or less to taste
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1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste