Pasta Ratatouille

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked pasta (try rotini, penne or bow tie noodles)
• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion (1/2 medium onion)
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small zucchini, cubed
• 1 small eggplant, cubed
• 2 medium tomatoes, cubed
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat (300 °F in an electric skillet). Add onion and garlic and cook until soft.
4. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and eggplant. Cook about 10 to 12 minutes.
5. Stir in tomatoes, salt, pepper and basil. Cook another 2 to 4 minutes or until heated through.
6. Serve over pasta and top with cheese.
7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes:

• Try adding more seasonings such as oregano, red pepper flakes or fresh basil.