Maryline Damours Ratatouille

Name: Maryline Damour’s Ratatouille
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, finely diced; 3 to 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced; 3 to 4 Tbsp olive oil; A handful of fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dry thyme); Salt & red pepper flakes; 2 medium zucchinis, cubed; 1 red pepper, chopped (mild or hot, based on your preference); 1 medium eggplant, cubed; 3 ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped (or a quart of cherry tomatoes); 1 Tbsp tomato paste (optional); 1 tsp low-sodium tamari sauce (optional); 1/3 cup vegetable stock or water; Optional garnish: fresh basil leaves and balsamic vinegar