Caponata Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1 large eggplant, peeled and diced (1/2 inch pieces)
• 1 roasted red pepper, diced
• 1 can petite diced tomatoes
• 1/2 can tomato paste (about 1/4 cup)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 can black olives, drained and sliced
• 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed
• 1 oz dark chocolate
• 2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper