Slow-Cooker Caponata

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. Cook: 5 hours

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Nancy Beckman, Helena, Montana

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Nov. 15, 2023

This Italian eggplant dip preps quickly and actually gets better as it stands. Serve it warm or at room temperature. Try adding a little leftover caponata to scrambled eggs for a savory breakfast. —Nancy Beckman, Helena, Montana


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  • For easy entertaining, serve warm directly from the slow cooker or at room temperature.
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    Slow-Cooker Caponata

    Yield:6 cups
    Prep:20 min
    Cook:5 hours

    Ingredients

    • 2 medium eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 12 garlic cloves, sliced
    • 1/2 cup dry red wine
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
    • 4 teaspoons capers, undrained
    • 5 bay leaves
    • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
    • French bread baguette slices, toasted
    • Optional: Sliced fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts and additional olive oil
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    Directions

    1. Place first 11 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker (do not stir). Cook, covered, on high for 3 hours. Stir gently; replace cover. Cook on high 2 hours longer or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly; discard bay leaves. Serve with toasted baguette slices, adding toppings as desired.
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