Caponata (via microwave)
By Yankee Magazine|Apr 21 2002|
This appetizer is best made a day or two before serving.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons oil
1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (16 ounces) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
3 tablespoons chile sauce
2 tablespoons drained capers
1 tablespoon wine vinegar ripe olives for garnish
Instructions
Place oil and eggplant into a 1-1/2-quart microwave dish, cover, and microwave on high for 8 minutes or until softened, stirring halfway through.
Add onion, garlic, pepper, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and stir well.
Re-cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, chile sauce, capers, and vinegar, and stir well.
Re-cover and microwave on high for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Cool. Garnish with ripe olives and serve at room temperature with crusty French bread.
