Ingredients

1large onion,chopped

2red bell peppers,chopped

¼small zucchini squash,chopped

1large eggplant,peeled, cubed

4large tomatoes,chopped

3garlic cloves,chopped

2tbspfresh parsley,chopped

1bay leaf

1rosemary sprig

2thyme sprigs

salt and fresh pepper,to taste

⅓cupwhole wheat bread crumbs,seasoned

olive oil spray

Preparation

In a 4-quart saucepan and spray the pan with cooking spray. Cook the onion and the garlic on low heat until soft for about 5 to 6 minutes to avoid burning the garlic.

Add eggplant, peppers and tomatoes, bring to simmer covered for 15 minutes. Add zucchini, simmer for 10 more minutes or until the vegetables are soft.

Stir in the herbs, season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle on the bread crumbs and cook another 5 minutes.

Remove the bay leaf and serve. Enjoy!