Ratatouille
Vegetables arranged like dominoes, baked until melting.
Timing note: 1h 30m
Ratatouille
Vegetables arranged like dominoes, baked until melting.
Timing note: 1h 30m
The Key Move
Standard Ratatouille is a stew
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The Setup
- Baking Dish9×13 inch
- Cutting Board
- Chef's Knife
The Mise en Place
3Your prep station before cooking begins
The Pantry (0/1)
My sauce is a little too thin, not rich enough.
Ah, that happens. The vegetables released a bit more liquid than expected. For next time, try reducing your piperade base a little longer to concentrate its flavor, or you can alwa…
My vegetables feel a little firm, not tender enough.
Don't worry, that's a common point with this dish. Remember, the 'confit' style is all about slow cooking until incredibly tender. If they're still a bit firm, just pop it back int…
Chef's Notes
Slice vegetables uniformly thin for even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
Roast the tomato sauce base briefly before assembling to deepen its flavor.
Serve hot with crusty bread or over polenta for a complete meal.
The tomato sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
The Method
THE SLICE
Time-sensitiveMandoline all vegetables to 1/8th inch (2mm) thick.
Consistency is key. If some are thick and some thin, they will cook unevenly.
THE BED
Spread the Piperade sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
THE SHINGLE
Arrange vegetable slices in an alternating spiral pattern. Pack them tight. They shrink when cooked.
THE STEAM-ROAST
Drizzle with vinaigrette (100 mL). Cover tightly with parchment paper (cartouche) or foil. BAKE at 275°F (135°C) for 2-3 hours.
Why? Low and slow breaks down the cellulose without browning/burning.
THE GLACAGE
Remove cover. Broil for 5 mins to caramelize the edges slightly.
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