Mediterranean Sausage and Pepper Ratatouille Bake

Ingredients

• 1 lb Low-sodium Italian turkey sausage
• 1 medium Eggplant
• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes, no salt added
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice the eggplant, slice the zucchini, and cut the bell peppers into strips.

2. 2

   In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage (casings removed) for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into chunks. Drain excess fat.

3. 3

   Toss the vegetables with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and black pepper in a large bowl.

4. 4

   Spread the vegetables in a 9x13 baking dish, top with the sausage and pour the crushed tomatoes over everything. Stir gently to combine.

5. 5

   Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly browned.

6. 6

   Rest 5 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.