Ratatouille with Pasta

Ratatouille, a classic combination of fresh vegetables, pairs perfectly with pasta for a satisfying fall meal.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup onion coarsely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes

4 cups eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1/2 cup red wine

2 tablespoons GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY

1 red bell pepper cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 medium yellow squash,cut into 1/2-inch chunks

1 (1-ounce) packaged fresh basil, coarsely chopped

1 (16 ounce) package gemelli, rotini or penne pasta, cooked according to package directions

Honey Tips

Honey Is Sweeter Than Sugar

Due to the high level of fructose, honey is 25% sweeter than table sugar.

Directions

In a large skillet heat olive oil. Add onion and sauté 5 minutes until onion softens. Add garlic.
Stir in tomatoes, eggplant, wine and honey. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until eggplant is tender when pierced with a fork.
Stir in peppers, zucchini, and yellow squash. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until squash is just tender. Remove from heat. Stir in basil and serve over pasta.

Serves: 4-6