Bill Neals Ratatouille

Name: Bill Neal's Ratatouille
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; Salt; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise; 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into thin strips; 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 pounds tomatoes—peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 tablespoons chopped thyme; Freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup chopped basil