Tian provençal

A French Tian is a great way to accompany a hot barbecue day! Get in your roasted vitamins while dreaming of the Provence!

The Ingredients (serves 4)

1 eggplant

1 zucchini

5 tomatoes

2 red or yellow onions

3 sprigs thyme, 3 sprigs rosemary, 3 sprigs basil

4 cloves garlic

olive oil (for greasing)

salt, pepper

Optional: 60 g shredded Gruyère cheese

All set? Then let's go!

Instructions

1. Thinly slice eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, and onions. Chop thyme, rosemary, basil, and garlic. Put the eggplant in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let rest for approx. 30 mins., then pat dry with paper towels.

2. Preheat the oven to 160°C/325°F. Grease the baking dish with olive oil. Layer the vegetable slices in a circle in the dish. In between, add the herb mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for approx. 1 hr. at 160°C/325°F. If the vegetables become too dark, cover with aluminum foil.

3. Optional: Add shredded Gruyère cheese to the tian and bake another 20 minutes. Enjoy!

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