Spanish Tombet

Dinner

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant (aubergine), sliced

• 1 lb. (450g) potatoes, peeled, sliced

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 x 14oz. (400g) can chopped tomatoes

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 4 tbsp. olive oil

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tsp. oregano

• 1 tsp. thyme

Instructions:

1. Cut the aubergine into slices and sprinkle with sea salt on both sides, then place on a paper towel and let it rest for about 20 minutes.

2. Peel the potatoes and cut into slices. In a large frying pan, heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil and fry the potatoes for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.

3. Layer the fried potatoes on the bottom of an ovenproof dish, and season with sea salt and pepper.

4. In the meantime, heat another tbsp. of oil in a pot and fry the onion, garlic, and spices, for about 3 minutes.

5. Add in the chopped tomatoes and bring to the boil. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, occasionally stirring until the sauce is reduced.

6. In a pan, heat another tbsp. of oil and fry the sliced pepper, for about 5 mins. Layer them on top of the potatoes.

7. Next, pat dry the aubergine and heat the last tbsp. of olive oil. Fry it for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Arrange the aubergine on top of the peppers.

8. Remove the bay leaves from the tomato sauce and pour it over the layered vegetables.

9. Place in the oven and bake for around 30 mins in 375 F (190C).