Slow-Simmered Provencal Vegetable Ragout

Name: Slow-Simmered Provencal Vegetable Ragout
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 15 ml olive oil; 1 large onion, finely diced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced; 400 grams ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped; 120 ml water; 2 grams dried thyme; 5 grams salt, or to taste; 1 gram black pepper, or to taste; 150 grams fresh spinach

MediumMediterraneanPrep: 15 minutesCook: 45 minutesServes 2

This comforting ragout embodies the heart of Provencal cooking, transforming humble vegetables into a dish rich with depth and warmth. Slow-simmered carrots and onions melt into a sweet, savory base, while ripe tomatoes burst with umami, creating a luxurious, thick sauce. The vibrant spinach, folded in at the last moment, adds a fresh, verdant contrast and tender texture, balancing the dish's robust flavors. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of earthy sweetness and bright acidity, a truly satisfying experience that evokes sun-drenched Mediterranean fields. This simple yet elegant preparation proves that exceptional flavor can arise from the most basic, wholesome ingredients, making it a memorable and deeply nourishing meal.

Slow-Simmered Provencal Vegetable Ragout

Ingredients

•15 ml olive oil
•1 large onion, finely diced
•2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
•400 grams ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
•120 ml water
•2 grams dried thyme
•5 grams salt, or to taste
•1 gram black pepper, or to taste
•150 grams fresh spinach

Dietary Info

VegetarianGluten-Free

Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add the diced onion and carrots, cooking for 10-12 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized, stirring occasionally.
3
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, water, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become very tender.
5
Uncover the saucepan and increase the heat slightly to reduce the liquid if desired, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
6
Add the fresh spinach to the ragout, stirring gently until it wilts completely, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately in warm bowls.
8
The rich, aromatic steam will envelop your senses, promising a delightful and hearty experience.

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