Barley Ratatouille Recipe

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Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time1 Hr 10 Min
Ready In1 Hr 15 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
MethodDish
SpecialityMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Olive oil1 Tablespoon
 Eggplant1 Cup (16 tbs), unpeeled
 Green onions1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Green bell pepper1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Zucchini1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Water1 1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Stewed tomatoes - 1 (14.5 or 16-oz.) can
 Barley1/2 Cup (16 tbs), uncooked
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Oregano leaves1/2 Teaspoon, dried
 Dried basil leaves1/2 Teaspoon

Directions

MAKING
1) Take a large skillet and heat oil in it over medium heat.
2) Add green onions, eggplant, zucchini and green pepper. Mix nicely.
3) Cook until the vegetables are lightly browned, stirring constantly.
4) Stir in tomatoes, water, salt, barley, basil and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5) Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 45-50 minutes or until barley turns tender and sauce gets thickened, stirring constantly.

SERVING
6) Spoon out ratatouille in bowls and serve immediately.
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