Ratatouille

small eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes

salt, plus more for seasoning

olive oil (or as needed)

small red onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

small red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces

medium yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces

large plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped

dry white wine

crushed tomatoes

bay leaf

(heaping) dried oregano

garlic, minced

freshly ground black pepper,

thinly sliced fresh basil

crumbled goat cheese (optional)