Mamma’s Caponata Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 large eggplant, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/3 cup chopped ripe olives
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• French bread baguettes, sliced and toasted