Description
Pistou is a flavorful, vibrant sauce hailing from the Provence region in France. Think of it as the French cousin of Italian pesto, but with its own unique twist. It's traditionally made with just a few simple ingredients: fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, and sometimes a touch of Parmesan or tomatoes. Unlike pesto, it usually skips the pine nuts, making it a bit lighter and more straightforward.
Ingredients
To make Pistou with the additional ingredients of eggplant, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, and onions, you will need the following ingredients to create a delicious and flavorful dish:
Additional Ingredients:
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- 2 small to medium eggplants (aubergines), diced
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- 2 bell peppers (any color), diced
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- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
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- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
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- 1 large onion, diced
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- Olive oil for cooking and roasting
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- Salt and pepper to taste
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- Optional: herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf for seasoning
By incorporating these ingredients, you'll be able to create a delightful and wholesome dish that combines the flavors of the classic pistou sauce with the richness of the roasted vegetables.
Instructions
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- Prepare the Vegetables:
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- Dice the eggplants, bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchinis, and onions into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
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- Prepare the Vegetables:
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- Roast the Vegetables:
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- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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- Place the diced vegetables on a large baking sheet.
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- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and any herbs of your choice (such as thyme, rosemary, or bay leaf).
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- Toss the vegetables to coat evenly with the oil and seasoning.
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- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
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- Roast the Vegetables:
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- Prepare the Pistou:
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- While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the classic pistou sauce following the instructions provided earlier in this conversation.
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- Prepare the Pistou:
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- Combine Vegetables with Pistou:
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- Once the vegetables are roasted and tender, remove them from the oven.
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- In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables with the prepared pistou sauce.
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- Gently toss to coat the vegetables evenly with the flavorful sauce.
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- Combine Vegetables with Pistou:
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- Serve and Enjoy:
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- Serve the Pistou with Roasted Eggplant, Peppers, Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Onions warm as a delicious main dish.
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- Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
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- Serve and Enjoy:
This dish combines the rich flavors of the roasted vegetables with the fresh herbaceous taste of the pistou sauce, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 - 30 minutes