Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Ratatouille with Sausage. This delectable dish combines fresh, colorful vegetables, savory sausage, and a rich tomato sauce, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Experience the magic as simple ingredients transform into a culinary masterpiece, filling your kitchen with an enticing aroma. Discover how to make this classic French dish with a hearty twist, along with a collection of other delicious recipes that showcase the versatility of the slow cooker. From a creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta to a savory Slow Cooker Jambalaya, let your taste buds embark on a culinary adventure. Embark on a culinary journey and explore new flavors with these slow cooker recipes.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SAUSAGE RATATOUILLE
You'll feel like Ratatouille's great chef Remy when you serve this veggie-packed dish party guests will rave about. Don't let the ingredient list fool you: Pantry staples and an easy-cook method make this one a cinch. -Janine Freeman, Blaine, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove and cut into 1/2-inch slices., In the same skillet, in batches cook the beans, green peppers, onion, shallots and garlic in butter and oil over medium heat until tender. Stir in the zucchini, tomatoes, sugar, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and allspice. Cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in sausage and parsley; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 752mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
SLOW-COOKER RATATOUILLE
Not only does this classic recipe make a phenomenal side dish, you can also serve it with sliced French bread for a warm and easy appetizer. Try it in the summer with your garden-fresh vegetables. -Jolene Walters, North Miami, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 3h20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., Stir in the tomatoes, zucchini, onions, green and yellow peppers, olives, tomato paste, basil, garlic, pepper and remaining salt. Drizzle with oil. Cover and cook on high until vegetables are tender, 3-4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
RATATOUILLE IN THE CROCK POT
Hello Vegetarians...here's a crock pot recipe for you. I love ratatouille because it's so versatile and can be used to make a killer pizza, great on pasta or as part of a casserole with chicken and cheese, or how about ratatouille lasagna? I guess I'd better stop brainstorming and write down these recipes to post too!
Provided by Geema
Categories Stew
Time 9h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Layer half the vegetables in a large crock pot in the following order: onion, eggplant, zucchini, garlic, green peppers, tomatoes.
- Next sprinkle half the basil, oregano, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper on the veggies.
- Dot with half of the tomato paste.
- Repeat layering process with remaining vegetables, spices and tomato paste.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 9 hours.
- Place in serving bowl and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Refrigerate to store.
- May freeze up to 6 weeks.
RATATOUILLE WITH SAUSAGE
"We've enjoyed this hearty and flavorful dish for years," relates Diane Halferty of Tuscon, Arizona. "I concocted it when we lived on a large farm and had lots of fresh veggies and sausage available." In a pinch, prepared spaghetti sauce can be used in place of the fresh tomatoes, she suggests.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 cups ratatouille and 8 sausages.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut eggplant into 2-in. x 1/2-in. strips; place in a bowl. Add zucchini and flour; toss to coat. , In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat; cook eggplant and zucchini in small batches until lightly browned, add oil as needed. Transfer vegetables to a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. , In the same skillet, saute onions and garlic until tender; spoon over eggplant mixture. Brown sausage in the skillet; drain. Cover and cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in another skillet, saute green peppers for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, water and seasonings; cook on high for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain sausage; place over onions. Top with green pepper mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 929mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
RATATOUILLE IN THE SLOW COOKER
This slow cooker ratatouille is easy and flavorful! You can also add green bell peppers or mushrooms if desired.
Provided by charlottedab
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 4h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine zucchini, eggplant, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano together in a slow cooker. Cover.
- Cook on High heat until vegetables are tender and cooked down, about 4 hours, or on Low heat for about 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 13.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 850.2 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
SLOW-COOKED RATATOUILLE
I get my son to eat eggplant by cooking low and slow on this classic French veggie dish. A side of rice and garlic cheese bread also help. -Diane Goedde, Red Lodge, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 5h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and toss. Let stand 45 minutes. Rinse and drain well; blot dry with paper towels., Place eggplant and remaining vegetables in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add oil, dried basil, garlic, pepper and remaining salt; toss to combine., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until onions are tender. Stir in tomato paste, olives and fresh basil; heat through., Freeze option: Freeze cooled ratatouille in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW COOKER RATATOUILLE
Make up a batch of this slow-cooked ratatouille and freeze for easy midweek meals when you're busy. Packed with nutrients, it also delivers four of your 5-a-day
Provided by Liberty Mendez
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 6h30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the onion for 8 mins until translucent. Add the garlic and fry for 1 min. Turn the heat to medium-high, add the aubergines and fry for 5 mins until golden. Stir in the courgettes and peppers and fry for 5 mins more until slightly soft. Add the tomato purée, fresh tomatoes, herbs, canned tomatoes, vinegar, sugar and 1 tsp salt and bring to the boil.
- Transfer to the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until everything is soft and the sauce has thickened. Season, scatter over some extra basil, and serve with sourdough, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Fresh, ripe vegetables, flavorful sausage, and a robust tomato sauce will make all the difference in the final dish.
- Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: Make sure there is enough space for the vegetables to cook evenly and the sausage to brown properly.
- Cook on low and slow: This will allow the flavors to develop and the vegetables to become tender.
- Add the sausage towards the end of cooking: This will prevent it from becoming dry and overcooked.
- Season to taste: Don't be afraid to add more herbs, spices, or salt and pepper to suit your personal preferences.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker ratatouille with sausage is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.
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